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The 2002 coin from the 50 State Quarters series is now one of the most recognizable pieces. Its design points to the annexation of the Louisiana Territory, and the relief details make it easier to judge the coin’s condition even after it has been in circulation for a long time.
2002 Louisiana State Quarter Overview
On the 2002 quarter Louisiana, the design brings together the state map, a nod to the Louisiana Purchase, and a ship tied to the old trade routes. The map lines pull toward the center, and the ship sits right in front, so it’s usually the first thing the eye catches.
The issue follows the standard specifications for the series:
Parameter | Value |
Metal | Cu–Ni clad |
Weight | 5.67 g |
Diameter | 24.26 mm |
Edge | Reeded |
Mints | Philadelphia (P), Denver (D), San Francisco (S) |
Proof / Silver Proof | Yes |
Year of issue | 2002 |
These coins show up in circulation all the time, but their condition can differ quite a lot. On the reverse, the part that reacts the most to wear is the ship along with the inscriptions around it.
The San Francisco Proof series is characterized by smooth fields and a clean, matte relief, making them sought after by those collecting annual sets, along with coins like the 2002 Mississippi quarter.
To quickly evaluate a coin, determine its variety, die state, and approximate price range, use the Coin ID Scanner app. It analyzes the image, compares it with a catalog, and displays the parameters of a specific issue—a convenient tool for preliminary assessment of your findings.
2002 Louisiana Quarter Error and Value List
When looking at the market, collectors typically look at the average 2002 Louisiana quarter value and then evaluate a specific piece.
Condition and approximate cost:
Circulated: 0.25–0.40 $
AU: 0.50–0.70 $
MS60: 1–2 $
MS63: 3–6 $
MS65: 8–15 $
MS67: до 100 $
MS68: 150+ $
Proof (S): 4–7 $
Silver Proof: 12–20 $
The 2002 Louisiana quarter D from Denver sometimes shows slight graining on the field. The 2002 Louisiana quarter P from Philadelphia often has a cleaner background.
Errors include:
Cracks in the die along part of the map;
Die chips on the ship's hull;
Slight displacement of the design’s center;
Strikethrough on flat areas of the field;
Slight shift of the surface layer on the reverse;
Rare cases include defects that cover large areas of the design.
Rare Louisiana Quarter Varieties
Rare varieties include specimens from early batches with pronounced relief. These coins are distinguished by their clean surfaces and the absence of pinpoint damage on the rims.
Prized varieties include:
Early strikes with deeper ship lines and clear relief transitions;
Proofs of perfect quality, where the margins produce a smooth surface without pinpoints or signs of storage;
Silver proofs are consistently in demand in sets and among those collecting a complete annual set;
Error coins, if the defect is clearly legible and visible without magnifying equipment.
“Many gold and silver experts will recommend you buy numismatic coins – rare and old coins. If you are not a rare-coin expert, I'd encourage you to stay away from them. New investors often pay too much for rare coins that are not really rare.”
— Robert Kiyosaki, investor, author
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Price characteristics:
High-quality early strikes — deep relief, clean fields: $50–$120;
Proof without micro-defects — sharp frosted elements: $10–$20;
Silver proof — silver composition, stable collector demand: $12–$20;
Strong error varieties — off-centers, cracks, clogs: $40–$300.
If you need to evaluate the clarity of the die work and the overall quality of the Louisiana 2002 quarter, consider the 2002 Indiana quarter to compare it with the adjacent issue.
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