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Dr. Pauli Murray American Women Quarters Begin Shipping Jan. 2

2024 Dr. Pauli Murray quarter. Image: U.S. Mint / CoinWeek.
2024 Dr. Pauli Murray quarter. Image: U.S. Mint / CoinWeek.

The first circulating 2024 American Women Quarters will be shipped out of the United States Mint starting January 2. Struck by the Philadelphia and Denver mints, they commemorate the Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray, one of the most important civil rights advocates of the 20th century.

In addition to being a fervent activist for civil rights, Murray was a writer and poet, a lawyer, and even an Episcopal priest. Her life circumstances and experiences led her to see the common traits of both racial and sexual discrimination. She published the landmark book States’ Laws on Race and Color in 1950, and its critical analysis of segregation laws around the country would acknowledgedly serve as a foundation for legal arguments in the historic Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education.

The Dr. Pauli Murray quarters should begin to find their way to local banks near you later in January or early in February.

Design of the Dr. Pauli Murray 2024 American Women Quarter

Every year from 2022 through 2025, as authorized by the Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-330 – PDF Link), the U.S. Mint issues five quarters with reverse designs that celebrate the important social, cultural, political, and scientific accomplishments of a diverse selection of notable American women. In this case, the Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray is seen through the letters of the word “HOPE”, with the inscription A SONG IN A WEARY THROAT–from her poem “Dark Testament” (1944)–superimposed over the P and the E. Mint Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Artist Emily Damstra designed the reverse, while Mint Chief Engraver Joseph Menna sculpted it.

The obverse, which features the Laura Gardin Fraser effigy she created to mark the bicentennial of Founding Father George Washington’s birthday in 1932 but which was ultimately passed over in favor of the John Flanagan design we have known ever since. The Gardin Fraser Washington obverse is common to all coins in the American Women Quarters Program. Legally mandated inscriptions include the legend LIBERTY, the motto IN GOD WE TRUST, and the date 2024.

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2023 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set Available November 28

2023 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set. Image: United States Mint / CoinWeek.
2023 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set. Image: United States Mint / CoinWeek.

The 2023 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set will be available for direct purchase from the United States Mint at noon Eastern Standard Time on onTuesday, November 28. There is a production limit of 50,000 sets, with an initial household order limit of one during the first 24 hours of availability.

The set, struck at the San Francisco Mint, features eight Proof coins in .999 fine silver:

  • One American Silver Eagle 1oz Proof Coin
  • Five American Women Quarters honoring Bessie Coleman, Edith Kanaka`ole, Eleanor Roosevelt, Jovita Idar, and Maria Tallchief
  • One Kennedy half dollar
  • One Roosevelt dime

Each set comes with a certificate of authenticity.

The initial retail price of the 2023 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set is $220 USD. To set up a “Remind Me” alert, please visit catalog.usmint.gov/limited-edition-2023-silver-proof-set-23RC.html (product code 23RC).

The 2023 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set is also part of the Authorized Bulk Purchase Program (ABPP) and is available to Authorized Bulk (AB) members. Products included in this bulk program are eligible for early release, carry an “AB” suffix to the product code, and carry a premium. Early release products are not eligible for discounts.

Next year in 2024, Limited Edition Silver Proof Sets will be part of the Mint’s Product Subscription Program. Much like a magazine subscription, this allows collectors to receive automatic shipments of products in a series. Shipments continue every year until the subscription is cancelled. For more information, click here.

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2025 American Women Quarters Announced by U.S. Mint

The United States Mint has announced the honorees for the 2025 American Women Quarters Program, the fourth and final year of the program featuring coins with reverse designs emblematic of the accomplishments and contributions of American women. The Philadelphia and Denver mints will manufacture the circulating quarters honoring these women. Designs will be revealed in […]

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2023 American Women Quarters Ornaments Now Available

The United States Mint 2023 American Women Quarters Ornaments are now available for purchase. The American Women Quarters Program is a four-year program that celebrates the accomplishments and contributions made by women who have shaped our Nation’s history and paved the way for the generations who followed. Each ornament includes a 2023 American Women quarter […]

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Eleanor Roosevelt American Women Quarters on Sale June 5

The United States Mint 2023 American Women Quarters Rolls and Bags honoring Eleanor Roosevelt will be available for purchase on June 5 at noon EDT. The Eleanor Roosevelt quarter is the eighth coin in the American Women Quarters Program, a four-year series that celebrates the accomplishments and contributions made by women who have shaped our […]

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2023 American Women Quarters Silver Proof Set Available April 4

The United States Mint 2023 American Women Quarters Silver Proof Set (product code 23WS) will be available for purchase on April 4 at noon EDT. The American Women Quarters Program is a four-year series that celebrates the accomplishments and contributions made by women who have shaped our Nation’s history and helped pave the way for […]

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Edith Kanakaʻole 2023 American Women Quarters Ship March 27

The United States Mint will begin shipping the second coin in the 2023 American Women Quarters (AWQ) Program. The Mint facilities at Philadelphia and Denver manufacture these circulating quarters honoring Edith Kanakaʻole. Edith Kanakaʻole preserved Native Hawaiian knowledge, culture, traditions, and history through Hula and chanting. Her efforts and work preserved the history, cultural heritage, […]

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CCAC to Review Designs for 2024 American Women Quarters, More

The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day teleconference public meeting on February 28 and March 1. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. […]

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CCAC to Review Designs for 2024 American Women Quarters, More

The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day teleconference public meeting on February 28 and March 1. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. […]

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CCAC to Review Designs for 2024 American Women Quarters, More

The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a two-day teleconference public meeting on February 28 and March 1. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. […]

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The Coin Analyst: 2022 U.S. Mint Winners

By Louis Golino, special to CoinWeek ….. 2022 was definitely a quieter year for U.S. Mint coins, especially compared to last year – a banner year for the Mint in terms of sales and one marked by several historic developments such as the new American Silver and Gold Eagle reverses and the return of Morgan […]

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Anna May Wong American Women Quarters Rolls and Bags on Sale Oct. 25

The United States Mint 2022 American Women Quarters Rolls and Bags – Anna May Wong will be available for purchase on October 25 at noon EDT. The Anna May Wong quarter is the fifth coin in the American Women Quarters Program, a four-year series that celebrates the accomplishments and contributions made by women who have […]

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United States Mint to Ship 5th American Women Quarters Oct. 24

The United States Mint will begin shipping the fifth coin in the American Women Quarters Program on October 24. The Mint facilities at Philadelphia and Denver manufacture these circulating quarters honoring Anna May Wong. Coins featuring additional honorees will begin shipping in 2023 through 2025. With a career that spanned motion pictures, television, and theatre, […]

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United States Mint Announces Designs for 2023 American Women Quarters

The United States Mint is pleased to announce the designs for the second year of the American Women Quarters Program. Authorized by Public Law 116-330, this four-year program features coins with reverse designs emblematic of the accomplishments and contributions of trailblazing American women. Beginning in 2022 and continuing through 2025, the Mint is issuing five […]

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2022 American Women Quarters Ornaments on Sale August 26

The United States Mint 2022 American Women Quarters Ornaments will be available for purchase beginning on Friday, August 26 at noon EDT. Priced at $30.95 USD, available ornaments include: 2022 American Women Quarters Ornament – Maya Angelou (product code 22WO1) 2022 American Women Quarters Ornament – Dr. Sally Ride (product code 22WO2) 2022 American Women […]

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Mint Director Gibson to Participate in ANA World’s Fair of Money

United States Mint Director Ventris C. Gibson will participate in the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the American Numismatic Association’s (ANA) World’s Fair of Money at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N River Rd, Rosemont (Chicago), Illinois, 60018. The ribbon cutting will occur on Tuesday, August 16, at 12:30 p.m. (EST), and attendees will […]

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Nina Otero-Warren American Women Quarters Rolls and Bags on Sale Aug. 16

The United States Mint 2022 American Women Quarters Rolls and Bags – Nina Otero-Warren, will be available for purchase on August 16 at noon EDT. The Nina Otero-Warren quarter is the fourth coin in the American Women Quarters Program, a four-year series that celebrates the accomplishments and contributions made by women who have shaped our […]

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US Mint to Begin Shipping 4th American Women Quarters Aug. 15

The United States Mint will begin shipping the fourth coin in the American Women Quarters (AWQ) Program on August 15. These circulating quarters honoring Nina Otero-Warren are manufactured at the Mint facilities in Philadelphia and Denver. Coins featuring remaining AWQ honorees will begin shipping later this year and through 2025. “The fourth coin in our […]

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United States Mint Begins Shipping Wilma Mankiller American Women Quarter

The United States Mint has begun shipping the third coin in the American Women Quarters (AWQ) Program. These circulating quarters honoring Wilma Mankiller are manufactured at the Mint facilities in Philadelphia and Denver. Coins featuring additional honorees will begin shipping later this year and through 2025. “It is my honor to present our Nation’s first […]

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The Coin Analyst: US Mint Official Discusses Recent Sellouts, Enrollments, and Increased Demand

By Louis Golino, special to CoinWeek ….. Almost every year, the United States Mint releases certain products that sell out quickly, especially if they have limited mintages and are high-demand items like the special American Silver Eagles issued since 2006. But this has been an unusual year — even compared to 2021, which saw a […]

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CCAC to Review 2023 American Women Quarters, Native American $1 Coin Designs

The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference public meeting April 19, 2022. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]

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US Mint Announces 2023 American Women Quarters Program Honorees

The United States Mint is pleased to announce the following 2023 honorees for the American Women Quarters Program: Bessie Coleman – pilot, advocate, and pioneer who flew to great heights as the first African American and first Native American woman pilot, as well as the first African American to earn an international pilot’s license. Jovita […]

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

“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 Mint Begins Shipping Quarters Honoring Dr. Sally Ride

On Monday, March 21, the United States Mint began shipping the Dr. Sally Ride quarter, the second coin of the American Women Quarters (AWQ) Program. These circulating quarters honoring Dr. Ride are manufactured at the Mint facilities in Philadelphia and Denver. Coins featuring additional honorees will begin shipping later this year and through 2025. “Dr. […]

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2022 American Women Quarters Proof Set Now Available

The United States Mint 2022 American Women Quarters Proof Set (product code 22WP) are now available for purchase as of March 8 at noon EST. Priced at $21.00 USD, this set consists of five Proof finish American Women Quarter coins with reverse designs honoring: Maya Angelou — Celebrated writer, performer, social activist Depicting Maya Angelou […]

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Bags and Rolls for Maya Angelou American Women Quarter Avail. Feb. 7

On February 7, at noon EST, the United States Mint will begin accepting orders for products featuring the first coin in the American Women Quarters Program. The coin honors writer, poet, performer, social activist, and teacher Maya Angelou. Angelou rose to international prominence as an author after the publication of her groundbreaking autobiography, I Know […]

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The Coin Analyst: 2021 Was a Banner Year for the United States Mint

By Louis Golino, special to CoinWeek ….. The United States Mint recently released its 2021 Annual Report, which showed that last year the Mint had a very successful year by most measures. But sustaining the level of sales and profits seen last year will be challenging with fewer products offered this year. Bullion coin sales […]

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United States Mint Begins Shipping First American Women Quarters™ Program Coins

by the United States Mint… The United States Mint (Mint) has begun shipping the first coins in the American Women Quarters (AWQ) Program. These circulating quarters honoring Maya Angelou are manufactured at the Mint facilities in Philadelphia and Denver. Coins featuring additional honorees will begin shipping later this year and through 2025. “It is my […]

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Meet the Women Who Will Appear on America’s 2022 Quarters

By Chris Bulfinch for CoinWeek ….. The United States Mint will release a new series of circulating commemorative quarters honoring American women notable for their achievements across a wide range of fields in February 2022. The five women who will be honored on the first five quarters in the program–Maya Angelou, Sally Ride, Wilma Mankiller, […]

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Laura Gardin Fraser’s Washington Bust to Appear on American Women Quarters

By Bullion Shark LLC …… If you collect American coins, then you’ve likely heard of Laura Gardin Fraser. She was an acclaimed and prolific early 20th-century sculptor and coin designer. One of her most famous coin designs is a bust of George Washington that was recommended as the obverse design for the Washington quarter dollar […]

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United States Mint Announces Designs for 2022 American Women Quarters

The United States Mint is pleased to announce the official designs for the first five coins in the American Women Quarters Program. Authorized by Public Law 116-330, this four-year program features coins with reverse designs emblematic of the accomplishments and contributions of trailblazing American women. Beginning in 2022 and continuing through 2025, the Mint will […]

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United States Mint Announces Additional Honorees In American Women Quarters Program

The United States Mint is pleased to announce the addition of the following women to be honored during the first year of the American Women Quarters Program: Wilma Mankiller – the first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation and an activist for Native American and women’s rights; Adelina Otero-Warren – a leader in New […]

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Negro Leagues Baseball, Purple Heart Modern Commemorative Coin Designs to be Reviewed by CCAC

The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a teleconference public meeting June 15-16, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]

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Fabled Gardin Fraser Design Recommended for New Washington Quarter Obverse

By Chris Bulfinch for CoinWeek ….. 90 years after it was originally submitted to the Secretary of the Treasury, a version of the Laura Gardin Fraser’s bust of George Washington will appear on the obverse of the Washington quarter if recommendations of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) and Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) are […]

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United States Mint Announces 1st Two Honorees in American Women Quarters Program

New four-year program honors women who made significant contributions to the Nation   The United States Mint is pleased to announce the names of the first two women to be honored on coins issued under the American Women Quarters Program. Famed writer Maya Angelou and trailblazing astronaut Dr. Sally Ride will be the first distinguished […]

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American Women Quarters Designs to be Reviewed by CCAC

The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a telephonic public meeting April 20, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]

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American Women Quarters Designs to be Reviewed by CCAC

The United States Mint announces that the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) will hold a telephonic public meeting April 20, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct business related to the CCAC’s responsibility to advise the Secretary of the Treasury on themes and designs pertaining to United States coinage. Agenda: Review and discussion […]

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