CVC & Collectables presents the 2003-D Illinois State Quarter, issued as part of the U.S. State Quarters Program celebrating Illinois as the “Land of Lincoln.” Struck at the Denver Mint, this design highlights the state’s political legacy and its role as a center of American industry and culture.
Coin Highlights
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Mint: Denver (D)
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Year: 2003
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Denomination: 25 Cents (Quarter Dollar)
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Composition: Copper-nickel clad
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Weight: 5.67 grams
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Diameter: 24.26 mm
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Edge: Reeded
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Obverse: George Washington portrait
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Reverse: Abraham Lincoln with the Chicago skyline and farm imagery
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Designer: John Flanagan (obverse), Chad Willis (reverse)
Historical Significance
Illinois is closely associated with Abraham Lincoln, who rose from humble beginnings in the state to become the 16th President of the United States. The reverse design balances Lincoln’s image with the modern Chicago skyline and agricultural fields, symbolizing Illinois’s influence on both national leadership and economic development.
Collectibility
The 2003-D Illinois State Quarter is a key issue for collectors assembling complete State Quarter sets by date and mint. Its iconic Lincoln portrait and balanced urban-rural imagery make it a favorite for educational collections and thematic displays focused on American history.
