Issued Date: July 26, 2010

Subject: Yosemite National Park

Description: The 2010 California America the Beautiful Quarter features a stunning, detailed reverse design of Yosemite National Park, highlighting the iconic El Capitan granite monolith rising above the Yosemite Valley floor. Designed by Joseph Menna, the coin portrays a breathtaking view of nature, showcasing the sheer cliffs and the scenic valley.

Key Features of the 2010 California Quarter:

Reverse (Tails): Features El Capitan, the world's largest granite monolith, towering over Yosemite Valley, with a design intended to evoke the grandeur of the national park.

Obverse (Heads): Features the classic 1932 portrait of George Washington by John Flanagan, with updated, enhanced details.

Reverse Inscriptions: The coin includes the inscriptions "YOSEMITE," "CALIFORNIA," "2010," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM".

Series: It is the third release in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program, which ran from 2010 to 2021.

Symbolism: The design was developed in consultation with Yosemite National Park representatives to honor the park's natural beauty and significance.

This coin serves as a lasting tribute to one of America's most famous national parks and is highly sought after by collectors.