2002-P Tennessee State Quarter - 40-Coin Roll

Build Your Collection with a Full Roll of 2002-P Tennessee State Quarters

Accelerate your State Quarters collection with this bank-wrapped roll of 40 brilliant uncirculated 2002-P Tennessee State Quarters from the Philadelphia Mint. Each quarter celebrates Tennessee's rich musical heritage with a design featuring three iconic instruments—a fiddle, trumpet, and guitar—representing the state's contributions to country, blues, and rock 'n' roll. Whether you're a serious collector seeking multiple examples for trading, grading submissions, or long-term preservation, a music enthusiast honoring Tennessee's cultural legacy, or simply want the convenience and value of buying in quantity, this original String & Sons roll delivers exceptional quality in one secure package.

What Makes This Roll Special

• Complete 40-Coin Roll – Full bank-wrapped roll containing forty quarters ($10 face value)
• Brilliant Uncirculated Condition – Gem quality coins with original mint luster, never circulated
• Copper-Nickel Composition – Standard clad composition (8.33% nickel, 91.67% copper)
• Philadelphia Mint "P" Mark – All coins struck at America's first and most historic mint facility
• Original String & Sons Wrapper – Authentic orange and white bank-wrapped roll as distributed
• 2002 State Quarters Program Issue – Part of the historic 50 State Quarters series (1999-2008)
• Authentic U.S. Mint Issue – Legal tender quarters backed by the United States government
• Musical Heritage Design – Features three instruments celebrating Tennessee's legendary music scene
• 16th State Quarter Release – Issued in the order Tennessee joined the Union (June 1, 1796)

The Artistry Behind the Coins

Obverse: The familiar profile of George Washington graces the obverse, rendered in John Flanagan's classic 1932 design that has become synonymous with the quarter dollar. This modified version for the State Quarters Program repositions the date and adds "United States of America" along the top rim, while Washington's dignified profile remains the enduring symbol of American leadership and integrity. The word "LIBERTY" arcs above, with "IN GOD WE TRUST" positioned to the left of Washington's portrait, creating a balanced composition that honors both our first president and our national motto.

Reverse: Tennessee's reverse design strikes a harmonious chord with its celebration of the state's unparalleled musical legacy. Three instruments are arranged in elegant composition across the field—a fiddle representing the Appalachian folk traditions and country music that flourished in Nashville, a trumpet symbolizing the blues and jazz heritage of Memphis's Beale Street, and a guitar acknowledging the rock 'n' roll revolution that began at Sun Studio. Behind these instruments, musical notes float across the design, suggesting the melodies that have made Tennessee synonymous with American music. A banner reading "Musical Heritage" reinforces the theme, while three stars appear above—a reference to Tennessee's nickname as "The Volunteer State" and the three distinct geographical regions (East, Middle, and West Tennessee) that each contributed unique musical traditions. The state name "TENNESSEE" appears prominently at the top, with "1796" marking statehood and "2002" indicating the year of issue. The motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" (Out of Many, One) curves along the bottom rim, a fitting tribute to how Tennessee's diverse musical traditions blended to create uniquely American art forms.

Why Collectors Choose This Piece

Purchasing a full roll of State Quarters offers advantages that single coins simply cannot match. With forty examples at your disposal, you can cherry-pick the finest specimens for your personal collection while using others for trades, gifts, or future grading submissions. Rolls also provide natural protection—coins remain secure in their original wrapper, minimizing handling and preserving their uncirculated condition. For collectors who appreciate the Tennessee quarter's culturally significant design, a roll ensures you'll never run short when opportunities arise to share or trade.

The Tennessee State Quarter stands among the most thematically rich designs in the entire 50 State Quarters Program. While many states chose historical events or natural landmarks, Tennessee celebrated its living cultural legacy—the music that continues to influence artists worldwide. From the Grand Ole Opry to Graceland, from the Ryman Auditorium to the honky-tonks of Broadway, Tennessee's musical heritage remains vibrant and relevant. This quarter captures that spirit in miniature, making it especially meaningful for music lovers, Nashville visitors, and anyone who appreciates Tennessee's outsized influence on American culture.

The Philadelphia Mint "P" mark adds historical significance, as this facility has been striking American coins since 1792. In brilliant uncirculated condition, these quarters retain the sharp details and lustrous finish that circulated examples quickly lose—the fine engraving of the instrument strings, the delicate musical notes, and the crisp lettering showcase the quality that serious collectors demand. The original String & Sons bank wrapper authenticates the roll's origin and provides collector appeal beyond the coins themselves. Whether you're building a complete State Quarters set, investing in multiple examples for long-term appreciation, sharing Tennessee's musical heritage with loved ones, or simply want the convenience and value of buying in quantity, this roll delivers forty pieces of American cultural history in one affordable package.

Images shown are stock photos. Actual roll received will be similar in appearance with String & Sons orange and white wrapper containing 40 uncirculated 2002-P Tennessee State Quarters.