Coin Highlights
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Date/Mint: 2005-S, San Francisco.
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Denomination: Quarter Dollar.
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Composition: 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel overall. The Mint notes the quarter is built with a pure copper core and copper-nickel cladding.
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Strike: Proof.
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Weight: 5.67 grams.
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Diameter: 24.30 mm.
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Edge: Reeded.
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Mintage: 3,262,960.
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Obverse: George Washington obverse used on the quarter series.
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Reverse: New River and New River Gorge Bridge with WEST VIRGINIA, 1863, and NEW RIVER GORGE.
Historical Significance
West Virginia’s quarter commemorates the state’s 1863 admission to the Union and centers its design on the New River Gorge Bridge, a landmark closely tied to the state’s identity. The coin stands out in the State Quarters series for its scenic engineering theme and strong regional appeal.
Collectibility
The 2005-S West Virginia clad proof is a solid choice for collectors building complete State Quarter proof sets, modern U.S. proof quarter runs, or state-themed collections. Its mirrored proof finish, recognizable bridge design, and San Francisco proof format give it strong crossover appeal among both set builders and collectors of West Virginia material.
