2008-D Arizona State Quarter - Single Coin
2008-D Arizona State Quarter - Single Coin
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Celebrate the Grand Canyon State with the 2008-D Arizona State Quarter
Honor the 48th state to join the Union with this pristine 2008-D Arizona State Quarter from the Denver Mint. This Gem Brilliant Uncirculated quarter celebrates Arizona's iconic landscape with a stunning design featuring the Grand Canyon and a majestic saguaro cactus. As the 48th release in the State Quarters Program, this coin captures the essence of the American Southwest and Arizona's unique natural wonders.
What Makes This Coin Special
- Gem Brilliant Uncirculated condition - pristine coin never released into circulation
- Denver Mint (D) production - struck at the historic Denver facility
- 2008 State Quarter release - 48th coin in the historic program
- Arizona commemorative issue - honors the Grand Canyon State admitted in 1912
- Copper-nickel clad composition - standard U.S. Mint circulation strike
- Single coin format - perfect for completing your collection or starting a new one
- Legal tender backing - official United States currency
The Artistry Behind the Coin
Obverse: The classic Washington quarter obverse features John Flanagan's timeless portrait of George Washington, first introduced in 1932. The profile captures America's first president with dignified grace, surrounded by the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "QUARTER DOLLAR," "LIBERTY," and "IN GOD WE TRUST."
Reverse: The Arizona reverse design magnificently captures the state's dramatic desert landscape. The Grand Canyon dominates the composition, its layered rock formations revealing millions of years of geological history. A towering saguaro cactus stands in the foreground, representing Arizona's iconic Sonoran Desert flora. A banner proclaims "GRAND CANYON STATE," Arizona's proud nickname. The inscriptions "ARIZONA 1912" and "2008" commemorate the state's admission as the last of the continental 48 states and the quarter's release year. This powerful composition celebrates Arizona's natural grandeur and its status as home to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
Why Collectors Choose This Coin
The 2008-D Arizona State Quarter holds special significance as the 48th release, representing the completion of the continental United States in the State Quarters Program. This single coin format is ideal for collectors building their 50-state sets, those seeking a Denver Mint example, or anyone captivated by the Grand Canyon's majesty. The dramatic desert landscape design makes this one of the most visually striking quarters in the series. Whether you're an Arizona resident, Grand Canyon enthusiast, or dedicated numismatist, this Gem BU quarter delivers both scenic beauty and lasting collectible value.
Images shown are stock photos representative of the product you will receive. Actual coin may vary slightly in toning or luster but will match the advertised grade and condition.
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