© Photo courtesy of the U S Mint
© Photo courtesy of the U S Mint
¼ Dollar "Washington Quarter" Block Island National Wildlife Refuge, Rhode Island; Silver Proof
2018 year| Silver (.900) | 6.25 g | 24.3 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | ¼ Dollar = 25 Cents (¼ USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#131847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 37% |
Reverse
Black-crowned night-heron flying over the beach at Cow Cove looking towards Sandy Point, with the North Light lighthouse in the background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BLOCK ISLAND
RHODE ISLAND
2018
E PLURIBUS UNUM
Translation: Out of Many, One
Engraver: Phebe Hemphill
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Block Island National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1973, is located 12 miles off the southern coast of Rhode Island and sits on a terminal moraine shaped by glacial till deposits creating rolling dunes. Covering 133 acres, it is a critical migratory bird stopover point on the Atlantic coast, with fruit-bearing shrubs providing essential food for the species of birds that come to rest there. These wild lands are known internationally for spectacular bird watching and breathtaking barrier beaches.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Block Island National Wildlife Refuge, Rhode Island; Silver Proof) 2018 Washington Quarter is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a scene of a red-tailed hawk soaring over the Block Island National Wildlife Refuge. This design was created by artist Chris Costello and was the winner of a design competition held by the U.S. Mint. The coin's design is not only visually stunning but also serves as a tribute to the refuge's rich wildlife and natural beauty.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 S | 350820 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Dollar "Washington Quarter" (Block Island National Wildlife Refuge, Rhode Island; Silver Proof) 2018 coin.
