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There was a time in our nation's history when kids and adults alike could hope to find old coins mixed in with their pocket change. You could find Indian Head Pennies, Buffalo Nickels or coins that contained silver. Today the best you can hope for is an occasional Wheat penny, unless you are one of the many people who collect State Quarters.

Prior to 1999 coin collecting as a hobby had lost a lot of its popularity and some would argue that it was on the decline. In January 1999 the first quarter of the 50 State Quarter Program was issued and suddenly, America was in love with coin collecting again. Once again kids and adults were checking their pocket change for the newest state quarter.

The program was kicked off with the issuing of the Delaware quarter January 1999 and is scheduled to end when the Hawaii quarter is issued October 2008. The schedule calls for five quarters a year, which works out to one new state coin being issued approximately every 10 weeks. It is the relative short time between the issuing of each state coin that is partially responsible for this programs popularity. The program may be extending beyond 2008 so that quarters with designs honoring the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Territories of Guam, the Northern Marianas, American Samoa and the Virgin Islands can be issued.

The popular U.S. program is based on an equally popular program that the Royal Canadian Mint carried out in 1992 to celebrate Canada's 125th anniversary of its confederation. Canada issued one coin a month that year to commemorate each of 10 provinces and 2 territories. Today it would have to be a 13-month program because Canada now has 3 territories - Nunavut became a territory in 1999.

Before the 50 State Quarter Program was decided on, other suggestions based on the Canada 125 Program made the rounds of the numismatic world. One suggestion was to issue special half dollars to commemorate each state. Though the coins would be legal tender, it was reasoned that they would cause little disruption because people aren't used to seeing or spending half dollars. They would become a collector's item and introduce the hobby of coin collecting to a new generation.

The U.S. Mint actually makes money each time it strikes a coin. When the State Quarter Program was started in 1999 it cost the Mint 3 cents a coin to produce. The 3 cents included production costs and the cost of the metal used in the coin. The demand for the new Washington quarter exceeded previous production runs. The output of 1998 quarters, the last year of the standard quarter, was a little more than 1.7 billion. The new state quarter launched in 1999 had a production run of more than 4.4 billion. In the year 2000 the production was raided to 6.5 billion. A profit of 22 cents a coin can add up significantly when multiplied by 6.5 billion.

Once people started checking their change for "state quarters" they started to think about the possibilities of coin collecting. The coin market has experienced a revival among hobbyists. Collecting date-and-mint sets is once again popular, as well as collecting investment coins and of course, collecting the 50 State Quarters.

Michael Russell

Your Independent guide to Coin Collecting

Mint (Coin) $70.1 The history of mints correlates closely with the history of coins. One difference is that the history of the mint is normally related in a fashion that more closely ties to the political situation of an era. For example, when discussing the history of the New Orleans Mint, the usage of that mint by the Confederate States of America beginning in 1861 is a notable occurrence. The origins of the Philadelphia Mint, which began operations in 1792 and first produced circulating coinage in 1793, are often related within the political context of the time. Author: Miller, Frederic P./ Vandome, Agnes F./ McBrewster, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 72 Publication Date: 2009/11/26 Language: English Dimensions: 5.98 x 9.01 x 0.17 inches

Inside a Mint. Money Sorting and Coin Making $79.99 Inside a Mint. Money Sorting and Coin Making - Premium Photographic Print

Ladainian Tomlinson Framed Coin Highland Mint Display $110.89 Ladainian Tomlinson Framed Coin Highland Mint Display Ladainian Tomlinson Framed Coin Highland Mint DisplayEvery signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Barry Sanders CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Barry Sanders CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Barry Sanders CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Brett Favre CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Brett Favre CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Brett Favre CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Dan Marino CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Dan Marino CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Dan Marino CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Emmitt Smith CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Emmitt Smith CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Emmitt Smith CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Jeff George CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Jeff George CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Jeff George CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Jerry Rice CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Jerry Rice CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Jerry Rice CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Jim Harbaugh CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Jim Harbaugh CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Jim Harbaugh CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint John Elway CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint John Elway CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint John Elway CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Kerry Collins CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Kerry Collins CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Kerry Collins CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Rick Mirer CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Rick Mirer CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Rick Mirer CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Scott Mitchell CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Scott Mitchell CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Scott Mitchell CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Steve Young CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Steve Young CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Steve Young CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Tony Banks CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Tony Banks CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Tony Banks CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

1997 Pinnacle Mint Troy Aikman CARD WITH COIN! $14.44 1997 Pinnacle Mint Troy Aikman CARD WITH COIN! 1997 Pinnacle Mint Troy Aikman CARD WITH COIN!Every signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia.com Authenticity Guarantee.

Carmelo Anthony Bronze Coin from The Highland Mint $14.95 The Highland Mint presents Carmelo Anthony bronze coin. Each bronze coin is made of one ounce of solid bronze and measures 1.5" in diameter. The front of the bronze coin shows Carmelo`s bust. The back of each coin features the Denver Nuggets Logo as well as his draft rank and his personal biographical info (height, weight…). The bronze coin is presented in a black velour jewelry box, each coin is presented in a clear protective capsule as well as individually numbered. A numbered Certificate of Authenticity accompanies each. This bronze coin is officially licensed by the NBA and is limited to 5000 pieces.For a list of other items that feature this player from The Highland Mint, click here. For a list of other items that feature this team from The Highland Mint, click here.

Busch Stadium Gold Coin from The Highland Mint $34.95 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever and as this is the Stadiums final season it's only fitting that we commemorate this Stadium! The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT gold plate Busch Stadium coin! The 24KT gold plated commemorative coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the coin is struck with the St. Louis Cardinals logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a limited mintage of only 5000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

Shea Stadium Gold Coin from The Highland Mint $34.95 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! That being said the Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT gold plate SHEA STADIUM GOLD Coin! The 24KT gold plated commemorative coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadium's slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the coin is struck with the New York Mets logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a limited mintage of only 5000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

Yankee Stadium Gold Coin from The Highland Mint $29.95 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it's legacy forever! The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT gold plate YANKEE STADIUM GOLD COIN! The 24KT gold plated commemorative coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it's 1st ever game played. The back of the coin is struck with the New York Yankees logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it's mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a limited mintage of only 5000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

Highland Mint SLGPMK BUSCH STADIUM GOLD COIN $45.44 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it s legacy forever and as this is the Stadiums final season it s only fitting that we commemorate this Stadium The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate Busch Stadium Coin The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it s 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it s mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball. Team: St. Louis Cardinals. Mintage 5000. Sport: Baseball

Highland Mint SSTGPMK SHEA STADIUM GOLD COIN $45.44 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it s legacy forever That being said the Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate SHEA STADIUM GOLD Coin The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it s 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it s mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball. Team: New York Mets. Mintage 5000. Sport: Baseball

Highland Mint YSGPMK YANKEE STADIUM GOLD COIN $45.44 Minting a coin of a historical monument conserves it s legacy forever The Highland Mint received special approval to mint this unique 24KT Gold plate YANKEE STADIUM GOLD COIN The 24KT Gold plated Commemorative Coin is struck to highest standards in minting tradition depicting the stadiums slightest detail. The date on the coin is the date of it s 1st ever game played. The back of the Coin is struck with the teams logo and the franchises established date. Each coin is protected by an acrylic capsule to preserve it s mint condition and presented in a black velour jewelry box for display or protection. As well each coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. This unique collectible is a Limited Mintage of only 5000 and Officially Licensed by Major League Baseball. Team: New York Yankees. Mintage 5000. Sport: Baseball

Mark Teixeira 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Mark Teixeira 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Mark Teixeira, a minted 24KT Gold plated New York Yankees team Coin and a 24KT Yankees Stadium Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

David Ortiz 24KT Gold Coin Photo MInt $99.95 David Ortiz 24KT Gold Coin Photo MInt A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of David Ortiz, a minted 24KT Gold plated Boston Red Sox team Coin and a 24KT Fenway Park Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Carlos Zambrano 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Carlos Zambrano 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Carlos Zambrano, a minted 24KT Gold plated Chicago Cubs team Coin and a 24KT Wrigley Field Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Jimmy Rollins 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Jimmy Rollins 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Jimmy Rollins, a minted 24KT Gold plated Philadelphia Phillies team Coin and a 24KT Citizens Bank Park Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Albert Pujols 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Albert Pujols 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Albert Pujols, a minted 24KT Gold plated St Louis Cardinals team Coin and a 24KT Busch Stadium Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Gordon Beckham 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Gordon Beckham 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Gordon Beckham, a minted 24KT Gold plated Chicago White Sox team Coin and a 24KT US Cellular Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Matt Wieters 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Matt Wieters 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Matt Weiters, a minted 24KT Gold plated Baltimore Orioles team Coin and a 24KT Camden Yards Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Signed Harvin Photo - 24KT Gold Coin Mint $199.95 Signed Harvin Photo - 24KT Gold Coin Mint The Highland Mint presents an autographed 8x10 action photo of Percy Harvin presented in 13� x 16� frame and triple matted with two 24KT Gold Coins. A numbered Certificate of Authenticity is matted between a 24KT Gold plated Minnesota Vikings Commemorative Coin and a 24KT Gold overlay NFL Coin. LIMITED EDITION of only 99! (Auto images may vary)

Mariano Rivera 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Mariano Rivera 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Mariano Rivera, a minted 24KT Gold plated New York Yankees team Coin and a 24KT Yankees Stadium Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

John Lackey 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 John Lackey 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of John Lackey, a minted 24KT Gold plated Boston Red Sox team Coin and a 24KT Fenway Park Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Victor Martinez 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Victor Martinez 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Victor Martinez, a minted 24KT Gold plated Boston Red Sox team Coin and a 24KT Fenway Park Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Dustin Pedroia 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Dustin Pedroia 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Dustin Pedroia, a minted 24KT Gold plated Boston Red Sox team Coin and a 24KT Fenway Park Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Jacoby Ellsbury 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Jacoby Ellsbury 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Jacoby Ellsbury, a minted 24KT Gold plated Boston Red Sox team Coin and a 24KT Fenway Park Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Shane Victorino 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Shane Victorino 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Shane Victorino, a minted 24KT Gold plated Philadelphia Phillies team Coin and a 24KT Citizens Bank Park Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Jose Reyes 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Jose Reyes 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Jose Reyes, a minted 24KT Gold plated New York Mets team Coin and a 24KT CitiField Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.

Jason Bay 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint $99.95 Jason Bay 24KT Gold Coin Photo Mint A Limited Edition of only 1000! The Highland Mint features in a 13" x 16" frame with triple matting an individually numbered 8�x10� photo of Jason Bay, a minted 24KT Gold plated New York Mets team Coin and a 24KT Citi Field Coin. Limited Edition of 1000 and officially licensed by Major League Baseball and MLBPA.