2000 Maryland State Quarter, Circulation Strike
Coin/Bullion · United States Mint (Philadelphia or Denver facility)
Pattern: 50 State Quarters Program
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
United States Mint (Philadelphia or Denver facility)
Material
Cupro-Nickel Clad Copper (Outer layers: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel; Core: 100% Copper); contains 0% silver.
Dimensions
Diameter: 24.26 mm (0.955 in); Weight: 5.67 grams; Thickness: 1.75 mm.
Description
This is a standard circulation 25-cent piece from the Maryland entry of the United States Mint's 50 State Quarters Program. The design honors the Maryland Statehouse, the largest wooden dome in the United States built without nails, and incorporates symbols of the state's natural heritage and Revolutionary War nickname.
Key Features
Maryland Statehouse dome; White Oak leaf clusters; 1788 statehood year; 2000 mint year.
Material & Composition
Cupro-Nickel Clad Copper (Outer layers: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel; Core: 100% Copper); contains 0% silver.
Finish & Decoration
Circulated satin finish; features the Maryland Statehouse dome flanked by White Oak leaf clusters; inscribed with 'The Old Line State'.
Hallmarks & Stamps
'P' or 'D' mint mark (located on obverse, not pictured), 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' on reverse, designer initials 'TDR' (Thomas D. Rogers).
Construction Details
Planchet striking; die-struck by industrial high-speed presses.
Functional Features
Reeded edge for anti-counterfeiting and tactile recognition; legal tender currency.
Handle & Grip Details
None; standard reeded edge.
Craftsmanship Details
Industrial die-striking; high-volume precision with standard quality control for mass-produced currency.
Authentication Indicators
Weight and diameter consistent with US Mint specifications; distinctive relief of the Rogers design; copper-colored edge strip (if viewed from side).
Origin & Manufacturing
United States of America; Philadelphia, PA or Denver, CO.
Era & Period
Modern Era; Millennium coinage (introduced 2000).
Age Estimate
Produced in the year 2000.
Cultural Significance
Represents the start of the second year of the 50 State Quarters Program, a series that famously reignited public interest in numismatics.
Condition Notes
Circulated (VF/EF); exhibits visible surface scratches, minor bag marks, and light oxidation typical of currency in pocket change. Poor/Fair for a collector, Good for commerce.
Value Estimate
Face value ($0.25 USD). Uncirculated or rare mint errors may command a small premium ($0.50 - $2.00).
Care & Maintenance
No special care required for clad circulation coins; avoid abrasive cleaners; store in a dry environment to prevent 'zinc rot' or heavy oxidation.
Similar Pieces
2000 Maryland Proof Quarters (90% silver or clad), which feature a mirror-like finish and 'S' mint mark; other state quarters from the year 2000 (MA, SC, NH, VA).
Interesting Facts
The Maryland Statehouse served as the capital of the United States from November 1783 to August 1784. It is the only state capitol to have served this purpose.