Yellowstone America the Beautiful Quarter

Yellowstone America the Beautiful Quarter

Obverse:

  • Features a portrait of George Washington with inscriptions “United States of America”, “Liberty”, “In God We Trust”, and “Quarter Dollar”.
  • Portrait designed by John Flanagan for the Washington Quarter.

Reverse:

  • Representation of Yellowstone National Park with the depiction of the Old Faithful geyser with American Bison (Buffalo) in the foreground and background of the scene.
  • Designed and sculpted by Don Everhart.

Coin Details:

  • The second issue of the America the Beautiful Quarter series, with a tentative circulation release date of June 1, 2010.
  • The Philadelphia and Denver Mints will produce coins for circulation, as well as collectible uncirculated (satin finish) versions. The San Francisco Mint will produce proof and silver proof versions.
  • Composition of 91.67% copper and 8.33% nickel for standard issues. Silver proof coins have a composition of 90% silver, 10% copper.

Where to Find:

  • The Yellowstone America the Beautiful Quarters will be released into circulation from June 1, 2010
  • The United States Mint will sell 100-coin bags and two roll sets to collectors.
  • The proof, silver proof, and satin finish versions will be included in annual set offerings from the United States Mint.

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