CVC & Collectables presents the 2016-D Shawnee National Forest Quarter, a Denver Mint issue from the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program highlighting the rugged natural beauty of southern Illinois.
Coin Highlights
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Mint: Denver (D)
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Series: America the Beautiful Quarters®
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Composition: Copper-nickel clad
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Weight: 5.67 grams
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Diameter: 24.26 mm
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Edge: Reeded
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Obverse: George Washington portrait by John Flanagan
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Reverse: Camel Rock formation at Garden of the Gods overlooking the Shawnee Hills
Historical Significance
Located in southern Illinois, Shawnee National Forest spans more than 280,000 acres of forests, bluffs, canyons, and rock formations. The reverse design features the iconic Garden of the Gods wilderness area, reflecting the region’s geological diversity and long history of human settlement.
Collectibility
The 2016-D Shawnee National Forest Quarter is well regarded by America the Beautiful collectors for its dramatic rock formation imagery. Circulated examples are readily available, while uncirculated coins with strong strikes and original luster are desirable for complete date-and-mint sets.
