2009-D District of Columbia Quarter - Single Coin

Celebrate the Nation's Capital with the 2009-D District of Columbia Quarter

Honor America's seat of government with this pristine 2009-D District of Columbia Quarter from the Denver Mint. As the first release in the historic District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarter Program, this coin celebrates the nation's capital with an elegant design featuring Duke Ellington at his piano. This Gem Brilliant Uncirculated quarter marks an important expansion of the quarter program beyond the 50 states, making it an essential piece for completing your modern quarter collection.

What Makes This Coin Special

• Gem Brilliant Uncirculated condition - pristine coin never released into circulation
• Denver Mint (D) production - struck at the historic Denver facility
• First D.C. and Territories release - inaugural coin in the 2009 six-coin program
• Duke Ellington tribute - honors the legendary jazz composer and D.C. native
• Copper-nickel clad composition - standard U.S. Mint circulation strike
• Single coin format - perfect for completing your collection or starting a new one
• Legal tender backing - official United States currency

The Artistry Behind the Coin

Obverse: The classic Washington quarter obverse features John Flanagan's timeless portrait of George Washington, first introduced in 1932. The profile captures America's first president with dignified grace, surrounded by the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "QUARTER DOLLAR," "LIBERTY," and "IN GOD WE TRUST."

Reverse: The District of Columbia reverse design pays tribute to Duke Ellington, one of America's greatest composers and a native son of Washington, D.C. The design shows Ellington seated at his grand piano, his hands poised over the keys in a moment of musical creation. The inscription "DUKE ELLINGTON" honors the jazz legend, while "JUSTICE FOR ALL" reflects the District's motto and its ongoing quest for full representation. "DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA" and "2009" complete the composition, creating a fitting tribute to both the nation's capital and one of its most celebrated cultural icons.

Why Collectors Choose This Coin

The 2009-D District of Columbia Quarter holds special significance as the first release in the D.C. and Territories Program, extending the popular quarter series beyond the 50 states. This single coin format is ideal for collectors building complete modern quarter sets or those drawn to the unique Duke Ellington design. The coin celebrates both Washington, D.C.'s cultural heritage and its role as the seat of American democracy. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast, D.C. resident, or dedicated numismatist completing the six-coin Territories series, this Gem BU quarter delivers both artistic excellence and historical importance.

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