GEORGE ROGERS CLARK NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK
This is the last "new" quarter to come out this year.
The park contains the George Rogers Clark Memorial which
commemorates Clark's achievements during the American Revolution.
The quarter depicts Lieutenant Colonel Clark leading his men through
swampy grounds as they make a bold and surprising attack to
overtake Ft. Sackville, Indiana, from the British in 1779.
His accomplishments in the Mid-West and West during the war
was the main reason why the British ceded the Northwest Territory
to the US.
Below, see F. C. Yohn's illustration and stamp of the march and
victory at Vincennes, only 2 miles away, which was part of the
Sackville raid.
Bags and rolls are now out.
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ELLIS ISLAND
The Ellis Island quarter is now out.
This was the hub of immigration. Foreigners would come here first, be documented and sent on their way to all parts of their new world in the hopes of a better life.
Ellis Island, a popular tourist destination today, operated from 1892 to 1954, issuing papers to as many as 5,000 immigrants per day.
Originally a fort and federal arsenal in the early 1800's, Ellis Island was documenting over one million people of all nationalities and countries.
Bags and rolls are now available.
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OZARK NATIONAL SCENIC WATERWAYS
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This reverse features Alley Mill, a steal roller mill built in 1894. It was used to convert wheat into flour. The waterways are a popular tourist attraction as the Current River is great for canoeing and river floating as it has some of the nation's largest springs Bags and rolls are now out at the usual price. |
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FREDERICK DOUGLAS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
The second of the quarters to be issued this year pays tribute to Frederick Douglas, a staunch voice for the slaves.
This coin shows him at his desk with his Washington DC home in the background.
Born in 1818 Frederick Douglas was a slave who became literate and as a teen began educating other slaves. He later became a staunch advocate for the abolition of slavery.
He became widely respected as a free American fighting for civil rights.
He served in many capacities including US Marshall, Minister to Haiti and Charge d'Affaires to the Dominican Republic.
The 5 ounce silver will be available on May 2nd for $149.95.
Bags and rolls are now out and get be had for:
The 100 coin bag sells for $34.95 and the 3 roll set (PDS) for $46.95.
The 3-coin set (PDS) costs $9.95.
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US MINT 225TH ANNIVERSARY GOLD COIN
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This coin is in celebration of the US Mint's 225th Anniversary.
It shows a brilliant and beautiful Lady Liberty.
The coin was minted at West Point.
It sells for $1,695
It shows a brilliant and beautiful Lady Liberty.
The coin was minted at West Point.
It sells for $1,695
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BOYS TOWN CENTENNIAL COINS
THE $5 PROOF GOLD
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Fr. Flanagan, a Roman Catholic priest, opened a home, in Omaha Nebraska, for orphaned boys in 1917.
It became a place where children and families could find education and worth in their lives.
Today, thousands of youth have graduated from Boys Town and have become productive citizens in our society.
The reverse is emblematic of the fitting adage that "Mighty Oaks from Little Acorns Grow".
The mint is offering this coin for $400.45, but only until April 10.
It became a place where children and families could find education and worth in their lives.
Today, thousands of youth have graduated from Boys Town and have become productive citizens in our society.
The reverse is emblematic of the fitting adage that "Mighty Oaks from Little Acorns Grow".
The mint is offering this coin for $400.45, but only until April 10.
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This is the proof silver dollar.
On the obverse, notice how the lonely little girl, is now united on the reverse with her family under the shelter of the oak.
$47.95 from the mint until April 10, then $52.95.
On the obverse, notice how the lonely little girl, is now united on the reverse with her family under the shelter of the oak.
$47.95 from the mint until April 10, then $52.95.
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And this is the proof clad half dollar.
Brothers are walking towards Boys Town and the reverse features the neighborhood of homes and diversity of graduates from Boys Town.
If you purchase this coin before April 10 it will cost $21.95.
After that the price rises to $26.95.
Brothers are walking towards Boys Town and the reverse features the neighborhood of homes and diversity of graduates from Boys Town.
If you purchase this coin before April 10 it will cost $21.95.
After that the price rises to $26.95.
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EFFIGY MOUNDS NATIONAL MONUMENT
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This is the first of the 2017 quarters. It depicts an aerial view of the Native American Mounds in the Marching Bear Group. These are earthen mounds built by the Indians 1,000 years ago and number over 200 and are spread across, not only Iowa, but parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Illinois. They provide knowledge of social and business life of these people. The mounds were built in the shape of bears, birds and other animals and one such area spans a quarter of a mile. The park visitors center is in Harpers Ferry, Iowa - heard that name before. Bags and rolls are now available from the mint. |
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LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL PROOF SILVER DOLLAR
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The Lions Club celebrates it's 100th anniversary this year.
It's one of the world's largest organizations providing humanitarian services throughout the world.
Note; the reverse shows the lions over a globe signifying the club's world-wide reach.
This coin will be available January 18th.
The proof silver dollar costs $47.95 from the Mint but only until 2-21-17. Then $32.95.
It's one of the world's largest organizations providing humanitarian services throughout the world.
Note; the reverse shows the lions over a globe signifying the club's world-wide reach.
This coin will be available January 18th.
The proof silver dollar costs $47.95 from the Mint but only until 2-21-17. Then $32.95.