Drescription: First minted in 1796, the United States quarter (25 cents) was established by the Coinage Act of 1792. Initially featuring Lady Liberty, the design shifted in 1932 to honor George Washington. Primarily silver until 1964, the coin became copper-nickel clad in 1965. Modern quarters feature diverse reverse designs from series like 50 State Quarters (1999–2008), America the Beautiful (2010–2021), and American Women (2022–present).

Key Historical Eras and Designs:

Early Liberty Designs (1796–1930): Early, often intermittent, issues included the Draped Bust, Capped Bust, and Seated Liberty, generally featuring Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse.

Standing Liberty (1916–1930): Designed by Hermon A. MacNeil, this iconic design featured a full-length figure of Liberty.

Washington Quarter (1932–Present): Introduced for the 200th anniversary of Washington’s birth, John Flanagan's design became a permanent staple.

Composition Change (1965): Due to a silver shortage, the U.S. Mint removed 90% silver, switching to a copper-nickel clad composition.

Modern Commemorative Quarters:

Bicentennial (1975–1976): Featured a colonial drummer.
50 State Quarters (1999–2008): Honored each state's unique history.
America the Beautiful (2010–2021): Honored National Parks.
American Women (2022–2025): Recognizes influential women in American history.

Technical Specifications:
Diameter: 0.955 inches (24.26 mm).
Weight: 5.670 grams.
Composition: 91.67% copper, 8.33% nickel (clad).