CVC & Collectables presents the 2009-D Northern Mariana Islands Quarter, issued as part of the U.S. Mint’s District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarters Program. Struck at the Denver Mint, this coin highlights the territory’s rich Chamorro and Carolinian heritage and its deep connection to the Pacific Ocean.
Coin Highlights
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Year: 2009
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Mint: Denver (D)
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Denomination: 25 Cents
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Series: District of Columbia & U.S. Territories Quarters
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Composition: Copper-nickel clad
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Diameter: 24.26 mm
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Edge: Reeded
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Obverse: George Washington, modified obverse used for the Territories series
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Reverse: Latte stone crowned with a sailing canoe, carabao (water buffalo), and islands’ outline
Historical Significance
The Northern Mariana Islands quarter features a latte stone, an ancient architectural symbol unique to the Mariana Islands and central to indigenous culture. The canoe represents centuries of ocean navigation and island trade, while the carabao reflects agricultural tradition and resilience. Together, these elements convey the territory’s blend of cultural heritage, subsistence life, and maritime history.
Collectibility
The 2009-D Northern Mariana Islands Quarter is a key issue for collectors completing Denver Mint sets of the U.S. Territories Quarters Program. While widely available in circulated condition, uncirculated examples are favored for their intricate design and the program’s limited duration.
