2019 (P) Burnished Frank Church River of No Return National Park 5 oz Silver Quarter

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Auction Record

$950 SP70 02-07-2021 eBay

Description

The 2019 (P) Burnished Frank Church River of No Return National Park 5 oz Silver Quarter is a special strike quarter struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the 5 oz. America the Beautiful Silver Quarters 2010 to Date series. The obverse features George Washington facing left, based on a 1786 bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon and the reverse displays unique designs featuring national parks and sites — struck in 5 ounces of .999 fine silver at a massive 76.2mm diameter. The reverse depicts a pilot navigating a drift boat through rapids surrounded by towering rock formations and dense forest. The Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness is the largest contiguous wilderness area in the lower 48 states at 2.3 million acres. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $950 SP70 02-07-2021 eBay. Struck in 99.9% silver, weighing 31.1 grams, 76.2 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #808030.