CVC & Collectables presents the 2002-D Ohio State Quarter, a Denver Mint issue from the U.S. State Quarters Program recognizing Ohio’s major contributions to aviation and space exploration.
Coin Highlights
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Mint: Denver (D)
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Year: 2002
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Denomination: Quarter Dollar (25¢)
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Composition: Copper-nickel clad
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Diameter: 24.26 mm
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Weight: 5.67 g
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Edge: Reeded
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Obverse: George Washington portrait
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Reverse: State outline with the Wright Flyer, astronaut, and banner reading “Birthplace of Aviation Pioneers”
Historical Significance
Ohio’s reverse design celebrates the state’s outsized role in aviation history. From the Wright brothers’ pioneering flight experiments to the many astronauts born in Ohio, the imagery reflects innovation, exploration, and leadership in aerospace advancement.
Collectibility
The 2002-D Ohio Quarter was struck in large numbers for circulation, making it a common issue ideal for completing State Quarter sets. Denver Mint examples in Brilliant Uncirculated condition are widely collected for albums and rolls.
