2009-D Puerto Rico Territory Quarter - Single Coin
2009-D Puerto Rico Territory Quarter - Single Coin
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A Historic Tribute to America's Caribbean Commonwealth
Celebrate Puerto Rico's rich heritage and enduring relationship with the United States with this 2009-D Puerto Rico Territory Quarter. Struck at the Denver Mint as part of the historic District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarter Program, this coin honors the island's vibrant culture, natural beauty, and unique place in American history. Whether you're completing your Territory Quarter collection or acquiring a piece that commemorates Puerto Rico's contributions to the nation, this brilliant uncirculated quarter is a meaningful addition to any numismatic portfolio.
What Makes This Quarter Special
- Condition: Gem Brilliant Uncirculated - pristine quality with full luster and sharp details
- Mint Mark: "D" - struck at the historic Denver Mint
- Program: District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarter Program (2009)
- Denomination: 25 cents, legal tender backed by the U.S. government
- Year: 2009 - the year all six Territory and D.C. quarters were released
- Historical Significance: Part of the six-coin series honoring D.C. and the five U.S. territories
The Artistry Behind the Coin
Obverse: Features the familiar portrait of George Washington, originally designed by John Flanagan and modified for the 50 State Quarters Program. The obverse maintains the classic elegance that has graced American quarters since 1932, with inscriptions of "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "QUARTER DOLLAR," "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and the mint mark "D."
Reverse: Showcases a stunning design featuring a sentry box from Castillo San Felipe del Morro, the iconic 16th-century fortress that guards San Juan Harbor. A hibiscus flower, Puerto Rico's national flower, blooms gracefully beside the turret, symbolizing the island's natural beauty. The design captures the essence of Puerto Rico's Spanish colonial heritage and tropical splendor, with the inscriptions "PUERTO RICO," "2009," and the territory's motto "ISLA DEL ENCANTO" (Island of Enchantment) completing this artistic tribute.
Why Collectors Choose This Piece
The 2009 Territory Quarter Program marked a special extension of the beloved 50 State Quarters series, giving collectors the opportunity to honor all U.S. jurisdictions. The Puerto Rico quarter is particularly sought after for its beautiful design that captures both historical architecture and natural beauty in a single composition. In Gem Brilliant Uncirculated condition from the Denver Mint, this quarter displays the full artistry intended by the U.S. Mint's designers. It's an affordable way to own a piece of American territorial history while celebrating Puerto Rico's unique cultural identity and its relationship with the United States.
Images shown are stock photos representative of the coin you will receive. Your coin will be in Gem Brilliant Uncirculated condition as described.
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