CVC & Collectables presents the 2004-D Michigan State Quarter, issued as part of the U.S. State Quarters Program to recognize Michigan’s unique geography and its deep connection to the Great Lakes. Struck at the Denver Mint, this design highlights the state’s role in commerce, industry, and natural resources.
Coin Highlights
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Mint: Denver (D)
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Year: 2004
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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: Outline of Michigan with the Great Lakes
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Designer: John Flanagan (obverse), Joel Iskowitz (reverse)
Historical Significance
Michigan is the only state composed of two peninsulas, and its quarter design emphasizes this distinctive geography by featuring both the Upper and Lower Peninsulas surrounded by the Great Lakes. These waterways have been vital to Michigan’s development, supporting transportation, trade, and the growth of manufacturing and industry throughout the state’s history.
Collectibility
The 2004-D Michigan State Quarter is an essential issue for collectors completing State Quarter sets by date and mint. Its clean, map-based design makes it especially useful for educational collections, while well-preserved uncirculated examples remain popular for albums and rolls.
