A High-Grade Tribute to Big Sky Country

This listing offers a remarkable and highly collectible piece of modern American numismatics. It is a 2007-D Montana State Quarter, officially certified by the Independent Coin Graders, or ICG, at the prestigious MS67, or Mint State 67, grade. This coin features the iconic Bison Skull design and is struck at the Denver Mint. It is encapsulated in a protective plastic slab, preserving its exceptional condition for generations to come.

Historical Context: The 50 State Quarters Program

The 50 State Quarters Program was a ten-year initiative from 1999 to 2008 that became the most successful numismatic program in United States history, with roughly half of the American population collecting the coins. The Montana quarter was the forty-first coin released in the series, issued on January 29, 2007, the first release of the 2007 State Quarters.

Montana was admitted to the Union on November 8, 1889, becoming the nation's forty-first state.

The Montana State Quarter Design: A Sacred Symbol

The reverse design, created by United States Mint sculptor-engraver Don Everhart, features a bison skull hovering in the sky over mountainous terrain. The bison skull is a sacred symbol for many of Montana's Indian tribes, paying homage to the state's Native American heritage. The design also includes the inscription BIG SKY COUNTRY, Montana's well-known nickname, along with MONTANA and 1889.

The obverse, designed by John Flanagan with modifications by William Cousins, features the familiar portrait of George Washington that has appeared on the quarter since 1932.

Design and Specifications

The obverse features a right-facing bust of George Washington, with inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, and QUARTER DOLLAR. The reverse features a bison skull at center with a landscape background, inscriptions MONTANA, 1889, BIG SKY COUNTRY, 2007, and E PLURIBUS UNUM.

Product Specifications

Denomination: 25 Cents, Quarter Dollar
Year: 2007
Mint: Denver, D mint mark
Grade: MS67
Certification: ICG
State: Montana
Admission to Union: November 8, 1889, 41st State
Release Date: January 29, 2007
Designer, Obverse: John Flanagan
Designer, Reverse: Don Everhart
Composition: Outer layers of 75 percent Copper and 25 percent Nickel over a pure Copper center
Weight: 5.67 grams
Diameter: 24.3 millimeters
Edge: Reeded
Mintage: 256,240,000 pieces
PCGS Industry Number: 39031

Understanding the MS67 Designation

MS, or Mint State, indicates an uncirculated coin with no signs of wear. The 67 grade indicates a superb gem-quality coin with a sharp strike, brilliant luster, and only minor imperfections visible under magnification. According to CPG values, an MS67 example of this issue is valued significantly above lower-grade examples, with MS68 examples commanding even higher premiums, highlighting the desirability of high-grade specimens.

This coin has been authenticated and graded by ICG, or Independent Coin Graders. It is securely encapsulated in a protective slab, which preserves the coin's condition and guarantees its authenticity.

Why This Coin Deserves a Place in Your Collection

This coin carries certified authenticity and grade, as the ICG slab provides expert verification of the coin's genuineness and high MS67 grade. It is a high-grade example, with MS67 being a superb gem grade valued significantly above lower-grade examples. It features a historic design, with the Bison Skull design by Don Everhart incorporating a sacred symbol of Montana's Native American tribes. It celebrates Big Sky Country heritage, commemorating Montana's admission to the Union in 1889 and its iconic landscape. Most of all, the 50 State Quarters Program remains one of the most widely collected coin series in United States history.

This coin is more than currency. It is a high-grade tribute to Big Sky Country, offering a superb gem example of the Montana State Quarter with exceptional eye appeal. For the discerning collector, it represents a truly significant and desirable acquisition.

The auction is live. Coins of this caliber do not appear often. Place your bid and secure this remarkable piece of history for your collection.

Dimensions:
Height 3.5, Width 2.5, Depth 0.5 inches
Weight 0.1 lbs

Condition:
Excellent, as graded by ICQ.

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• Low Estimate: 50.00
• High Estimate: 100.00