The standard 2011 Chickasaw quarters are made of a clad composition that contains copper and nickel. Clad proof quarters and silver proof quarters were also minted and they sell for more money. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.

2011 Chickasaw Quarter

Design

On the reverse side of the coin the design features an image of the Lincoln bridge located in Chickasaw National Recreation Area.

Chickasaw National Recreation Area is located in south-central Oklahoma. This area is 9,899 acres in size and it includes Platt National Park.

Coin Information

These coins are part of the America the Beautiful quarters program.

The US minted different series of the Chickasaw quarter. There is the 2011 P quarter, 2011 D quarter, 2011 S proof quarter and 2011 S silver proof quarter.

Proof coins are essentially coins that have more detail. They are minted on special planchets and it takes longer to produce them. They are specifically made for collectors so you won't find any in your spare change.

Note: The mint mark can be found on the obverse side of each coin under the "IN GOD WE TRUST" motto.

Series Location Quantity Minted
2011 P Philadelphia 73,800,000
2011 D Denver 69,400,000
2011 S Proof San Francisco 1,266,825
2011 S Silver Proof San Francisco 722,076

Value

The value will depend on the series and the coin's condition. Below we will examine the value for each series.

Clad Quarters

The standard 2011 Chickasaw clad quarters in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.25. These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.

Both the 2011 P Chickasaw quarter and 2011 D Chickasaw quarter are each worth around $1 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $1.

The 2011 S proof Chickasaw quarter is worth around $4.50 in PR 66DC condition. The value is around $15 in PR 69DC condition.

Silver Proof Quarter

This coin is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $5.70. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $31.52 per ounce.

The 2011 S silver proof Chickasaw quarter is worth around $12 in PR 66DC condition. The value is around $20 in PR 69DC condition.

Grading System

MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.

MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.

PR 66DC proof- There are minimal marks and hairlines.

PR 69DC proof- Only the slightest imperfections are present.

 

Sources:

The Red Book


See also:

2011 Gettysburg Quarter
2011 Glacier Quarter
2011 Olympic Quarter
2011 Vicksburg Quarter