2005 Kansas Quarter Value, Errors & Identification Guide
The 2005 Kansas Quarter was the 34th coin released in the U.S. Mint's 50 State Quarters Program. Its reverse features an American bison and sunflowers, two symbols closely associated with Kansas. Ordinary P and D coins are common, while high grades, proof issues, silver proofs, Satin Finish coins and genuine mint-made anomalies require separate checks.
Reviewed by the Coins Identification editorial team · Updated September 21, 2026
2005 Kansas: P / D / S, then regular, proof or silver
Hundreds of millions were struck for circulation, so ordinary 2005-P and 2005-D Kansas quarters are common. Collector premiums are concentrated in high-grade coins, proof and silver-proof issues, special Satin Finish strikes, and documented mint errors.
The best-known variety is the so-called “In God We Rust” quarter. The name comes from a weak or missing first T in TRUST, not from an official spelling change. Start with the date and mint mark, then decide whether the weak detail is a mint-made strike-through effect or post-mint damage.
2005 Kansas Quarter specifications
Kansas was the 34th State Quarter and the fourth State Quarter released in 2005.
- Year
- 2005
- Denomination
- Quarter Dollar
- Program
- 50 State Quarters
- State
- Kansas
- State number
- 34
- Release date
- August 29, 2005
- Circulation mints
- Philadelphia / Denver
- Mint marks
- P / D
- Proof mint
- San Francisco
- Regular composition
- Copper-nickel clad
- Weight
- 5.67 g
- Diameter
- 24.30 mm
- Edge
- Reeded
- Reverse
- American bison and sunflowers
Which 2005 Kansas Quarter Do You Have?
Mint mark separates the main issue families.
Philadelphia circulation
Regular clad business strike. Most circulated examples are common; high-grade preservation is the main premium path.
Denver circulation
Regular clad business strike. Keep D prices separate from P prices because the current guide checkpoints differ.
San Francisco clad proof
Collector issue with mirrored fields and frosted devices. It is not a normal circulation coin.
San Francisco silver proof
Separate 90% silver collector issue with a different weight and market.
How Much Is a 2005 Kansas Quarter Worth?
Use a table for each grade instead of a single headline price.
Most circulated 2005-P and 2005-D Kansas quarters are common. The table below records the current PCGS guide snapshot as published for the Washington 50 States Quarters series. Where the guide exposes a band or a sharp high-grade spread, the band is preserved rather than mathematically filled in. A guide value is not a guaranteed sale price.
| Grade | 2005-P | 2005-D |
|---|---|---|
| Circulated | $0.25 | $0.25 |
| AU50 | $0.25 | $0.25 |
| AU58 | $0.50 | $0.50 |
| MS60 | $3 | $3 |
| MS62 | $3 | $3 |
| MS63 | $4 | $4 |
| MS64 | $5 | $5 |
| MS65 | $5–$10 | $5–$9 |
| MS66 | $16–$24 | $12–$15 |
| MS67 | $85–$375 | $26–$50 |
| MS68 | $3,150 | $275 |
2005-P Kansas Quarter Value
PCGS #14040, regular clad circulation issue.
Philadelphia is identified by P below Washington’s neck. A worn P coin is usually worth face value. The price curve changes in certified Mint State grades, especially at the upper end of the current guide. Do not use the P table for a proof, Satin Finish coin or a damaged motto.
Preserve the coin and compare the exact grade. A bright raw coin is not automatically MS67, and a strong-looking photograph cannot replace examination of contact marks, luster and strike.
| Grade | Current guide |
|---|---|
| MS63 | $4 |
| MS64 | $5 |
| MS65 | $5–$10 |
| MS66 | $16–$24 |
| MS67 | $85–$375 |
| MS68 | $3,150 |
2005-D Kansas Quarter Value
PCGS #14041, regular clad circulation issue.
| Grade | Current guide |
|---|---|
| MS63 | $4 |
| MS64 | $5 |
| MS65 | $5–$9 |
| MS66 | $12–$15 |
| MS67 | $26–$50 |
| MS68 | $275 |
The D identifies Denver. Circulated examples are common, while higher certified grades bring the meaningful spread shown in the table. The Denver issue has its own current guide line, so do not copy Philadelphia values across the mint mark.
Check the reverse only after recording the D. “In God We Rust” is an obverse motto anomaly and should be described separately from the normal D issue.
2005-S Kansas Clad Proof
S means San Francisco proof on this date.
A clad proof has mirrored fields, frosted devices and a collector finish. It was sold as part of a proof set, not released as a normal P or D circulation coin. Proof value depends on grade, contrast designation and packaging or certification.
| Grade | Current guide |
|---|---|
| PR65 DCAM | $8 |
| PR67 DCAM | $8 |
| PR68 DCAM | $8 |
| PR69 DCAM | $19 |
| PR70 DCAM | $28 |
Is a 2005 Kansas Quarter Silver?
Regular P/D: no
Regular 2005-P and 2005-D circulation coins are copper-nickel clad. San Francisco also issued a separate 90% silver Kansas proof. A silver-colored edge or a bright surface is not enough to prove the composition; use the issue, weight and professional reference.
| Grade | Current guide |
|---|---|
| PR65 DCAM | $16 |
| PR67 DCAM | $16 |
| PR68 DCAM | $16 |
| PR69 DCAM | $25 |
| PR70 DCAM | $46 |
2005 Kansas “In God We Rust” Quarter
The nickname describes a weak or missing T in TRUST.
On a normal obverse the motto reads IN GOD WE TRUST. On the well-known Kansas variety, the first T in TRUST can be weak or practically absent, making the phrase look like IN GOD WE RUST. The Mint did not intentionally print a separate word RUST.
Numismatic references commonly discuss a filled-die or struck-through-grease effect. Use that as a cautious description of the appearance, not as proof that every weak T has the same cause. The surrounding surface and relief must agree with a genuine production weakness.
How to Identify an “In God We Rust” Quarter
Confirm the coin before attributing the motto.
- 01Confirm 2005 Kansas
Read the date and identify the bison and sunflower reverse.
- 02Check the obverse
Find IN GOD WE TRUST below Washington.
- 03Inspect the first T
Use angled light and magnification.
- 04Separate weakness from damage
A scratched or flattened letter is not a filled-die effect.
- 05Check surrounding detail
Look for a surface consistent with strike weakness.
- 06Compare a reference
Use a certified example before claiming a premium.
The illustration above is intentionally educational. Use a real certified reference or professional attribution for the exact motto feature.
How Much Is an “In God We Rust” Quarter Worth?
Use certified market evidence for the exact attribution.
| Condition | Pricing reference |
|---|---|
| Circulated | $0.25 face value; any premium requires an authenticated completed sale. |
| AU | Use an authenticated AU sale for the exact motto attribution. |
| MS63 | Use a certified MS63 sale for the exact motto attribution. |
| MS64 | Use a certified MS64 sale for the exact motto attribution. |
| MS65 | Use a certified MS65 sale for the exact motto attribution. |
| Higher grade | Use a certified sale with matching grade, attribution and surfaces. |
No invented dollar amount is used where a verified sale is not available. Marketplace asking prices are not market evidence.
Other 2005 Kansas Quarter Errors
Use documented categories only.
Off-center strike
Date visibility and the percentage of displacement matter. A normal edge gap is not automatically off-center.
Struck through
Retained material or a specific design weakness must be supported by examination and reference.
Missing clad layer
Color and weight can suggest a claim, but composition requires professional testing.
Clipped planchet
The curve and metal flow must agree with a genuine blanking error.
Wrong planchet
Weight, diameter and edge are screening clues, not authentication.
Multiple strike
Major design displacement needs a clear production sequence and a certified reference.
| Error type | Required evidence | Market data |
|---|---|---|
| In God We Rust | Circulated to high grade | No standardized guide; compare verified sales |
| Off-center | Percentage and date visibility required | Use a certified sale for the same error and severity |
| Struck-through | Specific retained material or design weakness | Use a certified sale for the same error and severity |
| Missing clad layer | Composition must be authenticated | Use a certified sale with matching composition evidence |
| Wrong planchet | Weight and diameter must agree | Use a certified sale with matching metal evidence |
What Is on the Kansas Quarter?
American bison and sunflowers represent Kansas.
The U.S. Mint describes the reverse as a buffalo and sunflower motif emblematic of Kansas history and natural beauty. The bison is the state animal and the sunflower is the state flower. The design is a normal State Quarter feature, not an error clue.
Why Was the Kansas Quarter Released in 2005?
Kansas was the fourth State Quarter released in 2005.
Kansas entered the Union as the 34th state, so it became the 34th coin in the 50 State Quarters Program. The Mint released it on August 29, 2005. The 2005 sequence was California, Minnesota, Oregon, Kansas and West Virginia. The issue was distributed through Philadelphia and Denver rolls and bags for circulation, while San Francisco produced collector proof products.
2005 Kansas Satin Finish Quarter
Do not mix special-strike coins with regular business strikes.
The 2005 Uncirculated Set included specially prepared Philadelphia and Denver State Quarters. PCGS catalogs 2005-P Kansas Satin Finish as #914040 and 2005-D Kansas Satin Finish as #914041. Their surfaces are different from ordinary circulation strikes and should be priced as a separate issue.
| Type | SP64 | SP65 | SP66 | SP67 | SP68 | SP69 | SP70 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-P Satin | $3 | $3 | $4–$5 | $6–$8 | $12–$18 | $25 | $3,500 |
| 2005-D Satin | $3 | $3 | $4–$5 | $6–$8 | $12–$18 | $40 | No current checkpoint located |
Why Condition Matters
Grade often matters more than the date alone.
Common path
Wear, marks and cleaning usually keep a normal coin near face value.
Surface quality
Luster, strike, contact marks and eye appeal create the separation.
Condition rarity
PCGS shows a sharp upper-grade spread for the Philadelphia issue. Population is not the same as mintage.
The value visual above shows the grade progression once. Here the practical grading rules stay text-first so the page does not reuse the same picture.
How to Identify a Valuable 2005 Kansas Quarter
Mint mark → finish → motto → condition → authentication.
- 01Confirm 2005 Kansas
Check the date and bison/sunflower reverse.
- 02Record P, D or S
Separate circulation, proof and silver issues.
- 03Check regular or Satin
Special-strike surfaces are a separate category.
- 04Inspect IN GOD WE TRUST
Look at the first T under magnification.
- 05Rule out damage
Scratches and flattened letters are not mint varieties.
- 06Check the edge
Use composition and weight as screening evidence.
- 07Assess condition
Record wear, luster and contact marks.
- 08Authenticate
Use a recognized service for a valuable claim.
2005 Kansas Quarter Auction Records
Individual certified results, not universal prices.
| Type | Grade | Auction | Date | Realized | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S clad proof | PR70 | Heritage Auctions | Dec. 20, 2005 | $150 | PCGS auction archive |
| S silver proof | PR69 | Heritage Auctions | Nov. 2012 | $15 | PCGS #913064 |
| S silver proof | PR69 | David Lawrence RC | Sep. 2019 | $13 | PCGS #913064 |
| S silver proof | PR69 | David Lawrence RC | Jul. 2019 | $22 | PCGS #913064 |
| S silver proof | PR69 | GreatCollections | Dec. 14, 2014 | $12 | PCGS #913064 |
| P Satin Finish | SP69 | Heritage Auctions | Apr. 2008 | $21 | PCGS #914040 |
| S silver Dented Bison | PR69DCAM | Heritage Auctions | Jan. 2020 | $264 | PCGS #511259 |
The silver-proof and Satin Finish sales show why issue type matters. A completed sale belongs to the exact coin, grade, service and date shown.
2005 Kansas Quarter Details
Standard regular-strike specifications.
| Specification | Regular P/D issue | Silver proof |
|---|---|---|
| Denomination | Quarter Dollar | Quarter Dollar |
| Year | 2005 | 2005 |
| Program | 50 State Quarters | 50 State Quarters |
| Mints | Philadelphia / Denver | San Francisco |
| Composition | Copper-nickel clad | 90% silver / 10% copper |
| Weight | 5.67 g | About 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 24.30 mm | 24.30 mm |
| Edge | Reeded | Reeded |
| Reverse | American bison and sunflowers | |
| Release | August 29, 2005 | |
Should You Clean a 2005 Kansas Quarter?
No, especially if it may be a motto anomaly, proof, silver proof, Satin Finish coin or mint error. Polishing, dipping and scraping can damage surfaces and remove evidence.
Preserve the Evidence
Hold the coin by its edge, photograph it in neutral light, record weight and use an inert holder. Submit a valuable claim to a recognized service.
2005 Kansas Quarter FAQ
Focused answers about value, silver, errors and the motto anomaly.
How much is a 2005 Kansas Quarter worth?
Most circulated P and D examples are worth face value. Higher Mint State grades, proof issues, silver proofs, Satin Finish coins and documented errors are separate markets.
Is a 2005 Kansas Quarter rare?
Ordinary circulated coins are common. Scarcity can appear in top certified grades, special finishes, silver proofs and authenticated mint-made errors.
What is a 2005-P Kansas Quarter worth?
Use the Philadelphia table on this page. PCGS shows a much stronger premium in the highest grades than in ordinary Mint State examples.
What is a 2005-D Kansas Quarter worth?
Most circulated Denver coins are common. Compare the D table and keep it separate from the Philadelphia issue.
Is a 2005 Kansas Quarter silver?
Regular P and D circulation coins are clad. San Francisco also made a separate 90% silver proof for collectors.
What is the In God We Rust Kansas Quarter?
It is the collector nickname for a Kansas quarter where the first T in TRUST is weak or missing, often associated with a filled-die or struck-through effect.
How can I identify an In God We Rust quarter?
Confirm 2005 Kansas, inspect the obverse motto and compare a weak T with a genuine reference. A scratched or flattened letter is damage, not the variety.
How much is an In God We Rust quarter worth?
There is no universal fixed price. Condition, strength of the weakness, mint, certification and the exact completed sale control the result.
What other 2005 Kansas Quarter errors are valuable?
Documented off-center strikes, struck-through errors, missing clad layers, clipped planchets, wrong planchets and multiple strikes can be collectible when authenticated.
What is the buffalo on the Kansas Quarter?
The reverse uses an American bison, one of Kansas’s state symbols, with sunflowers and the state name.
What does the S mint mark mean?
S identifies a San Francisco proof issue on this date. It is not a regular P or D circulation strike.
What is a 2005 Kansas Satin Finish Quarter?
It is a special-strike P or D coin from the 2005 Uncirculated Set. Its satin surfaces should not be mixed with regular business strikes.