CVC & Collectables presents the 2002-D Tennessee State Quarter, a Denver Mint issue from the U.S. State Quarters Program honoring Tennessee’s profound influence on American music.
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: Three stars representing the Grand Divisions of Tennessee with a fiddle, trumpet, and guitar
Historical Significance
Tennessee’s reverse design celebrates the state’s rich musical legacy, representing the origins of country, blues, and rock ’n’ roll. The three stars symbolize East, Middle, and West Tennessee, while the musical instruments highlight the state’s lasting cultural contributions.
Collectibility
The 2002-D Tennessee Quarter was struck in large quantities for circulation, making it a common and essential issue for State Quarter collectors. Brilliant Uncirculated Denver Mint examples remain popular for completing date-and-mint sets.
