{"product_id":"2009-d-us-virgin-islands-territory-quarter-single-coin-bu","title":"2009-D U.S. Virgin Islands Territory Quarter - Single Coin BU","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCelebrate America's Caribbean Paradise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2009-D U.S. Virgin Islands Territory Quarter captures the tropical beauty and rich heritage of America's Caribbean territory in stunning Brilliant Uncirculated condition. This single coin from the Denver Mint represents an affordable opportunity to add the Virgin Islands' tribute to your D.C. and U.S. Territories Quarters collection—perfect for completing album sets, educational purposes, or celebrating America's diverse geography and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes This Coin Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliant Uncirculated (BU) Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e - Gem-quality coin with original mint luster, never circulated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDenver Mint Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e - Authentic 2009-D strike bearing the \"D\" mintmark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD.C. and U.S. Territories Quarters Program\u003c\/strong\u003e - Fifth and final release in the 2009 series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper-Nickel Clad Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e - Standard U.S. quarter specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eU.S. Government Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e - Legal tender backed by the United States Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Artistry Behind the Coin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the classic portrait of George Washington by John Flanagan, modernized by William Cousins for the quarters program. The inscriptions \"UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,\" \"QUARTER DOLLAR,\" \"LIBERTY,\" and \"IN GOD WE TRUST\" frame Washington's profile, while the \"D\" mintmark appears below the portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Joseph Menna's vibrant design showcases the iconic yellow cedar or yellow elder flower (Tecoma stans), the official territorial flower of the U.S. Virgin Islands, blooming in the foreground. Behind the tropical blossoms, an outline map of the three main islands—St. Croix, St. John, and St. Thomas—floats against the Caribbean horizon. A Tyre palm tree stands tall, representing the lush vegetation of these island paradises. The inscriptions \"UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS,\" \"2009,\" and \"E PLURIBUS UNUM\" complete this tropical tribute, celebrating the natural beauty and unique character of America's Caribbean territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Choose This Piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSingle Brilliant Uncirculated coins offer an affordable entry point for Territory Quarter collectors, allowing you to fill specific slots in your collection without purchasing full rolls. The 2009-D Virgin Islands quarter was the final release in the D.C. and U.S. Territories Quarters Program, making it an essential piece for completing the six-coin series that bridged the gap between the 50 State Quarters and America the Beautiful Quarters programs. Denver Mint issues complement Philadelphia strikes, and this coin captures the exotic beauty of America's tropical territories. Whether you're completing a comprehensive quarters album, teaching young collectors about U.S. territories and geography, or simply preserving a piece of Caribbean charm, this coin delivers both numismatic value and emotional connection to the Virgin Islands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eImages shown are stock photos representative of the product you will receive. All coins are in Brilliant Uncirculated condition as described.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"US Mint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51027014779162,"sku":"QTR_VISLAND_D_SINGLE","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/0612\/0474\/files\/2009QuarterUncVI.jpg?v=1771616286","url":"https:\/\/smyrnacoin.com\/products\/2009-d-us-virgin-islands-territory-quarter-single-coin-bu","provider":"Smyrnacoin.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}