CVC & Collectables presents the 2003-S Alabama 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 Alabama with Helen Keller, braille, magnolias, a longleaf pine branch, and the banner “Spirit of Courage.”
Coin Highlights
Year: 2003
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: 0.18084 troy oz
Diameter: 24.3 mm
Edge: Reeded
Mintage: 1,125,755
Obverse: Portrait of George Washington
Reverse: Helen Keller, braille inscription, magnolias, longleaf pine branch, and “Spirit of Courage”
Historical Significance
The Alabama quarter is especially notable as the first U.S. circulating coin to feature braille. Its design recognizes Helen Keller while also incorporating official state symbols, making it one of the most distinctive and historically meaningful issues in the entire State Quarters series.
Collectibility
The 2003-S Alabama silver proof is a strong addition to State Quarter sets, modern U.S. silver proof collections, and Alabama-themed holdings. Its 90% silver composition, proof finish, and mintage of 1,125,755 give it solid appeal for collectors building complete silver State Quarter runs.
