Catalog
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 2024 |
| Type | Commemorative circulation coin |
| Value | 25 Cents (0.25 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: Laura Gardin Fraser Reverse: John McGraw |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#790 |
| Obverse description | Portrait of George Washington, facing right. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Latin |
| Obverse lettering | LIBERTY IN GOD WE TRUST 2024 |
| Reverse description | Patsy Takemoto Mink holding her landmark “TITLE IX” legislation. In the background, a view of the U.S. Capitol Building prominently features the south wing, home to the U.S. House of Representatives, where Mink served in Congress. The lei she wears represents her home state of Hawaii. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
| Reverse lettering | UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PATSY TAKEMOTO MINK E PLURIBUS UNUM 25 CENTS EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN EDUCATIONั |
| 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) |
| Mintage |
2024 D - - 2024 P - - 2024 S - - 2024 S - Proof - |
| Numisquare ID | 1007297570 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: The 2024 United States 25 Cents 'Washington Quarter' featuring Patsy Takemoto Mink is part of the American Women Quarters Program. This initiative celebrates diverse American women. Patsy Takemoto Mink (1927-2000) was the first woman of color and first Asian American woman elected to the U.S. Congress, representing Hawaii. She co-authored and championed Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, prohibiting sex-based discrimination. This coin honors her impact on civil rights and gender equality.
Artistry: The obverse features Laura Gardin Fraser’s redesigned George Washington portrait. The reverse, designed by Emily Damstra and sculpted by Renata Gordon, depicts Patsy Takemoto Mink. The style is contemporary realism, using detailed portraiture and symbolism. Mink holds a microphone, symbolizing her advocacy, with a Hawaiian lei. The U.S. Capitol Building in the background underscores her legislative career. The design conveys her stature as a trailblazing political figure.
Technical/Grading: Struck in copper-nickel clad copper (5.67 grams, 24.26 millimeters), this coin (KM#790) exhibits standard modern clad characteristics. Key high-points for grading include hair details on Washington and Mink, Mink’s nose bridge, the microphone grille, and the lei’s intricate details. Examine these areas for full strike definition, as minor weakness can occur. Uncirculated examples display vibrant cartwheel luster. Inspect fields for marks and edges for complete reeding.