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¼ Dollar "Washington Quarter" Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve, U.S. Virgin Islands
2020 year| Copper-nickel clad copper | 5.67 g | 24.26 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | ¼ Dollar = 25 Cents (¼ 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 ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#189633 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
The reverse design depicts a red mangrove tree in an early stage of its life cycle, as it evolves from a very small plant to an adult tree. The design brings awareness to the park’s endangered mangrove forests and the unique and delicate nature of how the species reproduces in salt water.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SALT RIVER BAY
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS
2020
E PLURIBUS UNUM
Engravers: Joseph Menna, Richard Masters
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve is a living museum on St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. It possesses an archeological and historical heritage more than 2,000 years old that exists within a dynamic ecosystem, which supports threatened and endangered species. In 1992, Congress created Salt River Bay as part of the National Park System to preserve, protect, and tell the story of its rich contributions to the nation’s natural and cultural heritage.2020-W America the Beautiful quarter dollars were issued with an obverse privy mark paying homage to the 75th anniversary of American involvement at the end of World War II.
Interesting fact
The Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve quarter features a unique design that showcases the park's rich history and natural beauty. The coin's reverse side depicts a scene of the park's lush mangrove forest, with a red-footed booby bird perched on a branch, while a hawksbill sea turtle swims in the surrounding waters. This design is not only visually stunning but also represents the park's commitment to preserving the natural environment and protecting endangered species.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 D | 515000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2020 P | 580200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2020 S | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2020 W | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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" (Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve, U.S. Virgin Islands) 2020 coin.
