© Image courtesy of the United States Mint
© Image courtesy of the United States Mint
¼ Dollar "Washington Quarter" Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve, U.S. Virgin Islands
2020 year| Silver (.999) | 6.3436 g | 24.26 mm |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | ¼ Dollar = 25 Cents (¼ USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 6.3436 g |
| Diameter | 24.26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#189634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 43% |
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
Engraver: Joseph Menna
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.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve, U.S. Virgin Islands, 2020 Washington Quarter is that it features a unique design that represents the park's rich history and ecological significance. 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 nearby waters. This design not only showcases the park's diverse wildlife but also highlights the importance of preserving and protecting such ecological treasures for future generations.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 S | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
