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United States 2015 Blue Ridge Parkway National Park Quarter

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Description: The America the Beautiful Quarters Program debuted on the heels of the 50 State Quarters Program and its adjunct District of Columbia and Territories program. Authorized by Public Law 110–456, the America the Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act of 2008, called for the “issuance of redesigned quarters dollars emblematic of national parks or other national sites in each state, […]

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United States 2015 Blue Ridge Parkway National Park Quarter

November 2, 2022 CoinWeek IQ Leave a comment

The America the Beautiful Quarters Program debuted on the heels of the 50 State Quarters Program and its adjunct District of Columbia and Territories program. Authorized by the America the Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act of 2008 (Public Law 110–456), called for the “issuance of redesigned quarters dollars emblematic of national parks or other national sites in each state, the […]

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United States 2015 America the Beautiful Saratoga Quarter

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Description: The America the Beautiful Quarters Program debuted on the heels of the 50 State Quarters Program and its adjunct District of Columbia and Territories program. Authorized by Public Law 110–456, the America the Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act of 2008, called for the “issuance of redesigned quarters dollars emblematic of national parks or other national sites in each state, […]

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United States 2015 America the Beautiful Saratoga Quarter

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The America the Beautiful Quarters Program debuted on the heels of the 50 State Quarters Program and its adjunct District of Columbia and Territories program. Authorized by Public Law 110–456, the America the Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act of 2008 called for the “issuance of redesigned quarters dollars emblematic of national parks or other national sites in each state, the […]

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National Coin Week: What’s in Your Pocket Change?

March 29, 2022 American Numismatic Association Leave a comment

“Dynamic Designs, Artistic Masterpieces” is the theme of National Coin Week, April 17-23, 2022 Look closely at the change in your pocket or purse. You might have coins worth more than face value and certainly will find miniature works of art on every piece of money, according to the American Numismatic Association (ANA), which […]

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United States 1964 Washington Quarter Dollar Silver Proof Coin

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Description – Washington Quarter Intended to be a circulating commemorative coin honoring the bicentennial of the birth of America’s first president, the Washington quarter as originally designed was struck from 1932 to 1998 – save for a two-year run in 1975 and ’76, when the coin’s reverse was swapped out for the “drummer boy” design […]

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United States 1935-S Washington Quarter

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1935 marked the third year of production for the Washington quarter. The coin design was introduced in 1932 to honor the 200th anniversary of President and General George Washington’s birthday. Then-President Calvin Coolidge signed the authorizing legislation in 1924, eight years before the planned commemoration was to take place and just eight years into the […]

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United States 1935-S Washington Quarter

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1935 marked the third year of production for the Washington quarter. The coin design was introduced in 1932 to honor the 200th anniversary of President and General George Washington’s birthday. President Calvin Coolidge signed the authorizing legislation in 1924, eight years before the planned commemoration was to take place and just eight years into […]

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United States 1937 Proof Washington Quarter

December 8, 2021 CoinWeek IQ Leave a comment

Background of the Washington Quarter Series Intended to be a circulating commemorative coin honoring the bicentennial of the birth of America’s first president, the Washington quarter as originally designed was struck from 1932 to 1998, save for a two-year run in 1975 and 1976, when the coin’s reverse was swapped out for the “drummer boy” design […]

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United States 1972-D Washington Quarter

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Description – Washington Quarter Intended to be a circulating commemorative coin honoring the bicentennial of the birth of America’s first president, the Washington quarter as originally designed was struck from 1932 to 1998, save for a two-year run in 1975 and 1976, when the coin’s reverse was swapped out for the “drummer boy” design of Jack […]

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United States 1972-D Washington Quarter

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Description – Washington Quarter Intended to be a circulating commemorative coin honoring the bicentennial of the birth of America’s first president, the Washington quarter as originally designed was struck from 1932 to 1998, save for a two-year run in 1975 and 1976, when the coin’s reverse was swapped out for the “drummer boy” design of Jack […]

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The Once and Future Commemorative Washington Quarter

June 8, 2021 Pinnacle Rarities Leave a comment

By Dan Duncan – Pinnacle-Rarities …… The Washington Quarter obverse is one of the longest-running U.S. coin designs. Since colonial times, the George Washington motif has been a favorite in numismatic circles. Considered the “Father of our Country”, his likeness is featured on many medals, tokens, and paper monies, including the currently circulating quarter and […]

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The Once and Future Commemorative Washington Quarter

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By Dan Duncan – Pinnacle-Rarities …… The Washington Quarter obverse is one of the longest-running U.S. coin designs. Since colonial times, the George Washington motif has been a favorite in numismatic circles. Considered the “Father of our Country”, his likeness is featured on many medals, tokens, and paper monies, including the currently circulating quarter […]

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The 2021 Washington Quarter: Proof That It’s Time to Change Our Change

December 29, 2020 Charles Morgan Leave a comment

By Charles Morgan for CoinWeek ….. Two hundred and forty-four years to the day that General George Washington and his Continental Army forces crossed the Delaware River to stage a surprise attack on British-aligned Hessian soldiers, the United States Mint pushed out a press release announcing the new reverse that will make its debut […]

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Mike Byers Mint Error News – Unique 1970-S Proof Washington Quarter Overstruck on Canadian Quarter

August 7, 2020 Mike Byers Leave a comment

King George V (1911-1936) This unique 1970-S Proof Quarter from the United States was overstruck on a Canadian Quarter that circulated during the reign of King George V from 1911-1936. It was authenticated and certified by NGC as PR64. This was most likely from the group of San Francisco Proof Errors that was auctioned by […]

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Mike Byers Mint Error News – Unique 1970-S Proof Washington Quarter Overstruck on Canadian Quarter

August 7, 2020 Mike Byers Leave a comment

King George V (1911-1936) Mint Error This unique 1970-S Proof Quarter mint error from the United States was overstruck on a Canadian Quarter that circulated during the reign of King George V from 1911-1936. It was authenticated and certified by NGC as PR64. This was most likely from the group of San Francisco Proof Mint […]

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CoinWeek Stream: 20th Century Coin Masterpieces – The Pogue Collection: Part VII

March 17, 2020 CoinWeek Leave a comment

On March 20, Stack’s Bowers will conduct the seventh session of sales of the historic collection of D. Brent Pogue. In this streaming segment, CoinWeek editor Charles Morgan breaks down some of his favorite 20th coins from the sale. Discussed in this stream: Lot 7015: 1919 Lincoln Cent. MS-68 RD (PCGS). Lot 7019: 1960 […]

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What Happens to the Washington Quarter After 2021? US Mint Weighs Its Options

September 2, 2019 Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez Leave a comment

By Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez for CoinWeek ….. The end of the road is just around the corner for the America The Beautiful (ATB) Quarter series, a 12-year-long program in which 56 different national parks and monuments were showcased on the reverse of the Washington quarter. Since 2010, each of the 50 states, plus Washington, D.C., and […]

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Jim Bisognani: The Tale of Two Washingtons

June 28, 2019 Numismatic Guaranty Corporation Leave a comment

A bureaucratic struggle behind the scenes in 1931 decided how the first US president would be portrayed on coins for years to come By Jim Bisognani – NGC Weekly Market Report ….. The year is moving right along; I can’t believe that the Fourth of July, our greatest American holiday, is but a week away! Seemingly in […]

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Legend Rare Coin Auctions Regency 30 Sale: Lots You Need to Know

January 24, 2019 CoinWeek Leave a comment

By CoinWeek ….. On Sunday, January 27, 2019, Legend Rare Coin Auctions will conduct the 30th in its series of Regency Auction sales. The series, which has been built on the premise that auctions featuring only curated, high-quality coins provide discriminating clients a better way to build collections, has taken off and landed the […]

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United States 2003-P Washington Quarter Dollar / Alabama State Quarter

September 28, 2018 Charles Morgan Leave a comment

Description – The 50 State Quarter Program The Washington quarter was introduced in 1932 and was intended to be a one-year circulating commemorative coin struck to honor the bicentennial of the birth of America’s first president, George Washington. After a one-year hiatus, in which no quarters were struck, the Washington design returned in 1934 and […]

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United States 1950 Washington Quarter Dollar Silver Proof Coin

September 6, 2018 CoinWeek IQ Leave a comment

Description – Washington Quarter Intended to be a circulating commemorative coin honoring the bicentennial of the birth of America’s first president, the Washington quarter as originally designed was struck from 1932 to 1998 – save for a two-year run in 1975 and ’76, when the coin’s reverse was swapped out for the “drummer boy” design […]

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Top Population 1932 Quarter set to bring $20,000+ at GreatCollections Auction

August 30, 2018 Charles Morgan Leave a comment

CoinWeek Staff Reports….. A top-population 1932 Washington quarter (PCGS MS67 CAC) is currently bringing frenzied bidding at a GreatCollections Certified Coin Auctions sale. With less than five days to go, the lot has received 48 bids and reached a price of $19,100 ($21,487.50 with Buyer’s Premium). But What’s it Worth? That’s the five-figure question. To try […]

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Stack’s Bowers Galleries sets new record with sale of the 17th known Sacagawea dollar/Washington quarter mule

April 2, 2018 Press Release Leave a comment

(2000)-P Sacagawea Dollar–Muled with a Statehood Quarter–MS-67. Hover to zoom

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Stack’s Bowers Sets New Record with Sale of Sac Dollar Washington Quarter Mule

April 2, 2018 Stack's Bowers Leave a comment

Another record was shattered in Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ March 2018 Baltimore Auction as the 17th-known example of the famed (2000)-P Sacagawea dollar / Washington quarter mule crossed the auction block. Offered in lot 2382 and certified MS-67 by NGC, the newly discovered piece saw fierce bidding activity up to $192,000 USD, establishing a new public […]

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Major Mint Error – The Sacagawea Dollar / Washington Quarter Mule

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CoinWeek IQ: Major Mint Error – The Sacagawea Dollar / Washington Quarter Mule On March 22, 2018, Stack’s Bowers will offer the 17th known example of the Sacagawea dollar / Washington quarter mule, a major mint error that has captivated collectors since one was discovered in the summer of 2000. This unusual multi-denomination coin […]

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Newly Discovered Sacagawea Dollar / Washington Quarter Mule to be Offered in Stack’s Bowers Baltimore Auction

February 14, 2018 Stack's Bowers Leave a comment

Stack’s Bowers Galleries is delighted to offer the 17th-known example of the famous (2000)-P Sacagawea dollar / Washington quarter mule in their Official Auction of the Whitman Coins & Collectibles Baltimore Expo this March. This blunder is among the greatest Mint errors of modern numismatics and has captured the imagination of collectors and roll hunters […]

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United States 1937 Washington Quarter (Proof)

June 12, 2017 Charles Morgan Leave a comment

Description – Washington Quarter Intended to be a circulating commemorative coin honoring the bicentennial of the birth of America’s first president, the Washington quarter as originally designed was struck from 1932 to 1998, save for a two-year run in 1975 and 1976, when the coin’s reverse was swapped out for the “drummer boy” design of Jack […]

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United States 1937 Washington Quarter (Proof)

June 12, 2017 CoinWeek IQ Leave a comment

Description – Washington Quarter Intended to be a circulating commemorative coin honoring the bicentennial of the birth of America’s first president, the Washington quarter as originally designed was struck from 1932 to 1998, save for a two-year run in 1975 and 1976, when the coin’s reverse was swapped out for the “drummer boy” design of Jack […]

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Q&A: How did Washington end up on the quarter, when he objected to the idea in his lifetime?

May 5, 2017 Coin Update Leave a comment

The following Q&A is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers, 5th edition:
Q: What were the forces which deemed it proper that Washington be featured on the new quarter introduced in 1932, when in his lifetime Washington is said to have rejected the idea of having his image featured on a coin?
A: It isn’t unusual for posterity to ignore a man’s preference when they design to honor him. Confucius was a teacher who professed no knowledge of a god or hereafter; his disciples reacted after his death by making his teachings a religion, and him a god

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Q&A: How did Washington end up on the quarter, when he objected to the idea in his lifetime?

May 2, 2017 Coin Update Leave a comment

The following Q&A is excerpted from Clifford Mishler’s Coins: Questions & Answers, 5th edition:
Q: What were the forces which deemed it proper that Washington be featured on the new quarter introduced in 1932, when in his lifetime Washington is said to have rejected the idea of having his image featured on a coin?
A: It isn’t unusual for posterity to ignore a man’s preference when they design to honor him. Confucius was a teacher who professed no knowledge of a god or hereafter; his disciples reacted after his death by making his teachings a religion, and him a god

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For Coins, This Is a Postmodern Era (or, R.I.P. The Modern Era: 1932-1982)

January 10, 2017 Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker Leave a comment

By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek …. Don’t worry. This isn’t an essay on literary theory, or some nostalgic lament. Instead, we’d like to take a moment to explain something critical to our understanding of the stylistic and political implications behind what’s known as the Modern Era of U.S. coinage, and how that […]

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United States 2013 Fort McHenry Quarter

March 3, 2016 CoinWeek IQ Leave a comment

Description: The America the Beautiful Quarters Program debuted on the heels of the 50 State Quarters Program and its adjunct District of Columbia and Territories program. Authorized by Public Law 110–456, the America the Beautiful National Parks Quarter Dollar Coin Act of 2008, called for the “issuance of redesigned quarters dollars emblematic of national parks or other national sites in each state, […]

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On Collecting Bicentennial Quarters: Risks and Rewards. Video: 11.07.

May 2, 2015 CoinWeek Leave a comment

Think modern coins are boring? Think again. Adapted from Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker’s in-depth article, On Collecting Bicentennial Quarters: Risks and Rewards, this CoinWeek original production digs deep into this often overlooked modern issue and asks the question, what is the “optimum collecting grade” for an issue where more than 1.6 billion examples were struck. […]

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Conditionally Rare 1951-D Washington Quarter to be Sold at Regency Auction X

December 13, 2014 CoinWeek Leave a comment

CoinWeek IQ Analysis… Legend Rare Coin Auctions’ Regency X Auction offers coin connoisseurs considerable coverage in the area of high-end classic U.S. coins. This modern coin caught the attention of CoinWeek’s editors: Lot 170: 1951-D Washington 25C PCGS MS-67+ While many dealers and collectors may scoff at the idea of paying thousands or tens of […]

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