CVC & Collectables presents the 2001-P Kentucky State Quarter, a Philadelphia business strike from the 50 State Quarters Program themed “My Old Kentucky Home,” featuring Federal Hill and a thoroughbred on the reverse.
Coin Highlights
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Issuer: United States
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Mint: Philadelphia (P)
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Date / Denomination: 2001 / Quarter Dollar (25¢)
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Program/Type: 50 State Quarters — Kentucky (15th release; 5th of 2001)
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Mintage: 353,000,000
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Composition: 75% copper, 25% nickel (clad)
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Weight / Diameter / Edge: 5.67 g / 24.30 mm / reeded
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Obverse: George Washington (John Flanagan design)
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Reverse: Federal Hill (“My Old Kentucky Home”) and thoroughbred behind a fence
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Reverse Designer: T. James Ferrell
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Catalog: PCGS #14002; KM#322
Historical Significance
Released on October 15, 2001, Kentucky’s quarter highlights the Bardstown landmark Federal Hill, long associated with the state song “My Old Kentucky Home,” and pairs it with a thoroughbred—fitting for a state famous for premier horse racing and bloodstock. Kentucky entered the Union on June 1, 1792 (shown as “1792” on the reverse).
Collectibility
With a large Philadelphia mintage, the 2001-P Kentucky is an easy addition to State Quarter albums, rolls, and year sets—while truly gem examples with clean surfaces and strong luster are the tougher finds.
