1/4 Dollar 'Washington Quarter' San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, Texas
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 2019 |
| Type | Commemorative circulation coin |
| Value | 1/4 Dollar = 25 Cents (1/4 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel clad copper |
| Weight | 5.67 g |
| Diameter | 24.26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Engraver(s) | Obverse: John Flanagan, William Cousins Reverse: Joseph Menna, Chris Costello |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#703 |
| Obverse description | The portrait in left profile of George Washington, the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN GOD WE TRUST LIBERTY P JF WC QUARTER DOLLAR |
| Reverse description | Elements of the Spanish Colonial Real coin to pay tribute to the missions and symbols of the missions within the quadrants (wheat symbolizes farming; the arches and bell symbolize community; a lion represents Spanish cultural heritage, and a symbol of the San Antonio River represents irrigation methods and life-sustaining resources) |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS CTC JFM TEXAS 2019 E PLURIBUS UNUM (Translation: San Antonio Missions CTC JFM Texas 2019 Out of Many, One) |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint |
D United States Mint of Denver,United States (1906-date) P United States Mint of Philadelphia, United States (1792-date) S United States Mint of San Francisco, United States (1854-date) W United States Mint of West Point,United States (1973-date) |
| Mintage |
2019 D - - 129 400 000 2019 P - - 142 800 000 2019 S - Circulation quality not released for circulation - 853 620 2019 S - Proof - 654 875 2019 W - - 2 000 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 1665309030 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: The 2019 San Antonio Missions National Historical Park quarter is a pivotal issue within the United States Mint’s America the Beautiful Quarters Program (2010-2021). This series honored national parks and sites. As the 50th release overall and the fifth for 2019, this quarter commemorates a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserving 18th-century Spanish colonial history and indigenous culture in Texas, highlighting America's commitment to historical and cultural preservation.
Artistry: The obverse retains John Flanagan's enduring portrait of George Washington, adapted from Laura Gardin Fraser's 1932 design, reflecting a classic American numismatic aesthetic. The reverse, designed by Emily Damstra and sculpted by Joseph Menna, masterfully captures the essence of the San Antonio Missions. It features a detailed depiction of a mission bell tower and a lion fountain, emblematic of the site's architectural beauty and historical significance, rendered in a realistic, commemorative style typical of modern U.S. coinage.
Technical/Grading: Struck on a copper-nickel clad copper planchet, this coin typically exhibits a standard modern strike. Key high-points for assessing strike quality include the intricate details of the bell tower's stonework, the definition of the lion's mane and facial features on the fountain, and the clarity of architectural elements. A premium example will display sharp, full details in these areas, with minimal evidence of weakness or "orange peel" texture often associated with clad coinage, ensuring crisp separation of design elements.