Title:
2019-W America the Beautiful Quarter - Lowell
Description:
75% Copper • 25% Nickel • Great American Coin Hunt.
The Great American Coin Hunt is a nationwide event sponsored by the American Numismatic Association (ANA) where coin dealers and collectors drop classic American coins into circulation, aiming to spark interest in coin collecting. Participants can find coins in their change, at stores, or even through metal detecting at designated spots, according to The Great American Coin Hunt.
Key Aspects of the Hunt:
• Classic Coins - The event features classic American coins from the 18th to 20th centuries, including Buffalo nickels and Liberty coins.
• Coin Drops - Participants drop the coins into circulation, making it possible to find them in change, at businesses, or through designated metal detecting spots.
• Special Coins - The U.S. Mint even produced a special ”W” US Quarter for the event.
• Holographic Medallions - 250 specially marked holographic medallions were also released, which treasure hunters could redeem for rare coins at participating coin shops.
• Golden Tickets - Five ”Golden Tickets” were also distributed, offering the lucky finders the chance to redeem them for truly rare coins valued up to $1,000 each.
• Community Involvement - The hunt is promoted on social media using the hashtag #GreatAmericanCoinHunt, encouraging participants to share their finds and locations of coin drops.
• Educational Purpose - The event aims to inspire interest in coin collecting, the history of money, and the associated economics and history.
The Great American Coin Hunt is a nationwide event sponsored by the American Numismatic Association (ANA) where coin dealers and collectors drop classic American coins into circulation, aiming to spark interest in coin collecting. Participants can find coins in their change, at stores, or even through metal detecting at designated spots, according to The Great American Coin Hunt.
Key Aspects of the Hunt:
• Classic Coins - The event features classic American coins from the 18th to 20th centuries, including Buffalo nickels and Liberty coins.
• Coin Drops - Participants drop the coins into circulation, making it possible to find them in change, at businesses, or through designated metal detecting spots.
• Special Coins - The U.S. Mint even produced a special ”W” US Quarter for the event.
• Holographic Medallions - 250 specially marked holographic medallions were also released, which treasure hunters could redeem for rare coins at participating coin shops.
• Golden Tickets - Five ”Golden Tickets” were also distributed, offering the lucky finders the chance to redeem them for truly rare coins valued up to $1,000 each.
• Community Involvement - The hunt is promoted on social media using the hashtag #GreatAmericanCoinHunt, encouraging participants to share their finds and locations of coin drops.
• Educational Purpose - The event aims to inspire interest in coin collecting, the history of money, and the associated economics and history.
Country:
United States
Year:
2019
Mintage:
002,000,000
Material:
Cupronickel
Denomination:
$0.25
Weight:
5.67 g
Diameter:
24.3 mm
Edge:
Reeded
Designers:
John Flanagan
Joel Iskowitz
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Date Added:
2025-05-12 18:56:59
Automatic Estimated Date:
2025-05-12
Date Added:
2025-05-12 18:56:59
