CVC & Collectables presents the 2000-S South Carolina State Quarter Gem Proof (Silver), a San Francisco Mint issue from the 50 State Quarters Program. Struck in 90% silver, this proof quarter features mirrored fields, frosted devices, and a reverse honoring South Carolina with the Carolina Wren, Yellow Jessamine, Palmetto tree, state outline, and the inscription “The Palmetto State.”
Coin Highlights
Year: 2000
Mint Mark: S
Denomination: Quarter Dollar
Program: 50 State Quarters Program
Finish: Gem Proof
Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 6.25 grams
Actual Silver Weight: approx. 0.1808 troy oz
Diameter: 24.3 mm
Mintage: 965,421
Obverse: Portrait of George Washington
Reverse: Carolina Wren, Yellow Jessamine, Palmetto tree, state outline, star, and “The Palmetto State”
Historical Significance
Released on May 22, 2000, this was the eighth coin in the 50 State Quarters Program and the third design issued in 2000. The reverse combines several of South Carolina’s best-known state symbols into one design, giving the coin strong regional identity and broad appeal within the series.
Collectibility
The 2000-S South Carolina silver proof is a strong addition to State Quarter sets, modern U.S. silver proof collections, and South Carolina-themed holdings. Its 90% silver composition, cameo proof finish, and mintage of 965,421 make it especially appealing for collectors building complete silver State Quarter runs.
