This coin is a 1971 Washington Quarter, an iconic piece of American currency that features a mint mark "D," indicating it was produced at the Denver Mint. It represents a denomination of 25 cents and is composed of a copper-nickel clad copper material. With a diameter of approximately 24.3 mm and a weight of 5.67 grams, this quarter is part of the widely circulated Washington Quarters series, which commemorates the first President of the United States, George Washington. The total mintage for this year is quite high, with over 258 million pieces struck, making it relatively common in the coin market. As a standard mint strike, the coin showcases significant detail and is representative of the craftsmanship typical of U.S. coins from this era. While it may not hold significant numismatic value due to its high mintage, it remains a cherished item for collectors and can still be used as legal tender in everyday transactions throughout the United States.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.25 |
| diameter | 24.3 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper-Nickel clad Copper |
| mint-mark | D |
| mintage | 258634428 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 5.67 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1971 |