Coin Highlights:
Series: 50 State Quarters
State/Entity: District of Columbia
Mint: Denver (D)
Date: 2009
Denomination: 25 Cents (Quarter Dollar)
Composition: Cupro-Nickel Clad
Obverse: Portrait of George Washington facing left
Reverse: District of Columbia flag with three stars above two bars, enclosing “TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION” legend and inscriptions
Edge: Reeded
Historical Significance:
The 2009-D District of Columbia quarter commemorates the unique status and history of the U.S. capital. While not a state, the District gained attention for its residents’ lack of full voting representation in Congress. The reverse design incorporates the District’s flag and the motto “Taxation Without Representation,” highlighting the long-standing campaign for voting rights and equal representation for D.C. citizens.
Collectibility:
As a Program issue from the final year of the State Quarters series, the 2009-D DC quarter is widely collected by date/mint set builders. Most examples are found in typical circulated condition, but higher grades, especially Mint State examples with strong strike and luster, carry premiums. The “D” mintmark distinguishes it from the Philadelphia issue and is essential for completion of full state quarter mint sets.
