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America the Beautiful National Park Quarters

The America the Beautiful quarters series is a tribute to 56 iconic national parks and sites that capture the beauty and history of the nation. Launching in 2010, this series was created to honor America's most treasured natural and historical wonders, with each coin featuring a unique design that highlights a different park. These coins were released gradually over 11 years, with the final one in the series being released in 2021.

Though no longer regularly minted, these collectible quarters remain a treasured celebration of the nation's rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Explore L&C Coins' vast selection of national parks quarters and grow your collection today.

From Sea to Shining Sea: The America the Beautiful Quarter Series

Origin

2010 brought us the start of the America the Beautiful National Park Quarter series – each edition serving as a beautiful tribute to beloved national parks and sites, showcasing the nation’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. This series followed the success of the 50 State Quarters Program (1999-2008) and the District of Columbia and US Territories Quarters Program (2009), both of which aimed to highlight unique aspects of each state and territory. 

The America the Beautiful series was designed to raise public awareness and appreciation for these cherished locations while also promoting coin collecting. Consisting of 56 quarters in total, the series features five new designs each year and representing national parks and sites from every state, the District of Columbia, and the five US territories.

 

Design

The America the Beautiful National Park Quarter coins beautifully showcase the natural beauty and historical significance of each featured site. Sculptor-engraver William C. Cousins breathed new life into the obverse of the quarter with a modified version of John Flanagan's original 1932 portrait of George Washington. 

The designs of each coin’s reverse were born through a poetic collaboration between the United States Mint, the National Park Service, artists from the United States Mint's Artistic Infusion Program, and other stakeholders. These designs were chosen to honor and represent the cultural and environmental diversity that makes America so unique. The America the Beautiful series demonstrates the United States Mint's commitment to artistic excellence and captures the essence of the nation's treasured parks and historic landmarks.

 

Circulation and Availability

Each exquisite design of the America the Beautiful National Park Quarter coin series slowly entered circulation over the course of 11 years, with five stunning new designs released annually. The mintage numbers varied for each release, but typically ranged in the hundreds of millions. Some coins experienced their own production quirks, such as the 2010 Yellowstone quarter, which featured die chips resembling a "volcano" on the coin's reverse. Although there were no major production issues, collectors took note of these variations and each quirk only adds to the uniqueness of each design.

All good things must eventually come to an end, and the National Park Quarter series concluded in 2021 with the release of the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site quarter. However, the closing of this chapter in America’s history of coins has opened the door for a new series. It has been succeeded by the American Women Quarters, a series that will be minted from 2022-2025.

 

Discover Timeless Treasures with L&C Coins

Founded in 1974 by Lee Crane, L&C Coins is a family-owned and operated Southern Californian business born from a childhood love of coin collecting. Over the years, we have built a strong reputation as a trusted source for collectible coins and a respected member of the coin collecting community. With an extensive inventory catering to new and seasoned collectors alike, L&C Coins offers a diverse selection at a variety of price points. L&C Coins takes pride in offering free shipping on all standard orders, express shipping for orders over $25, and a 15-day return privilege. Discover the unique L&C Coins collection and feel free to contact our expert team with any inquiries.

 

Frequently-Asked Questions

When were America the Beautiful National Park Quarter coins first issued? 

The America the Beautiful National Park Quarters series is a series of 56 circulating commemorative quarters released by the United States Mint from 2010 to 2021. Each coin showcases a unique design featuring a national park or national site from each state, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories.

 

How often were new designs released in the America the Beautiful series?

Throughout the series' run, the US Mint released five new designs per year, with each coin issued in the order that the featured national park or site was established. This resulted in a total of 56 distinct designs, offering collectors an exciting opportunity to learn about and appreciate America's diverse landmarks.

 

Are America the Beautiful Quarters still in circulation?


Yes, these National Park Quarter coins remain in circulation and hold the same legal tender status as other US quarters, meaning you can use them in everyday transactions. However, due to their unique designs and limited mintage, collectors often seek to preserve these coins, making them a popular numismatic collectible.

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