{"product_id":"2009-p-northern-mariana-islands-territory-quarter-single","title":"2009-P Northern Mariana Islands Territory Quarter - Single","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHonor America's Pacific Paradise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2009 Northern Mariana Islands Territory Quarter celebrates the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of this remote Pacific commonwealth. This Philadelphia Mint issue features a stunning design that captures the islands' unique blend of indigenous Chamorro and Carolinian traditions, showcasing a traditional latte stone, a Carolinian canoe, and a mwar (head lei) against the backdrop of two white fairy tern birds in flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes This Quarter Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gem Brilliant Uncirculated - pristine, never-circulated quality with full mint luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMint Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"P\" - struck at the historic Philadelphia Mint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper-nickel clad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart of the D.C. and U.S. Territories Quarters Program:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fifth of six designs released in 2009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear of Issue:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGovernment Issued:\u003c\/strong\u003e Official U.S. Mint legal tender\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 John Flanagan portrait of George Washington, first introduced in 1932. Washington's dignified profile faces left, with \"LIBERTY\" arcing above and \"IN GOD WE TRUST\" inscribed to the left. The date \"2009\" and the \"P\" mint mark complete this timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phebe Hemphill's evocative design honors the Northern Mariana Islands' cultural treasures. A towering latte stone - an ancient Chamorro architectural pillar - stands prominently alongside a traditional Carolinian canoe (sakman) with its distinctive crab claw sail. A delicate mwar, woven from tropical flowers, floats gracefully in the composition. Two white fairy tern birds soar overhead, representing the islands' pristine natural environment. The inscriptions \"NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS,\" \"E PLURIBUS UNUM,\" and \"2009\" frame this tribute to Pacific island heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Collectors Choose This Piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Northern Mariana Islands quarter is a standout in the D.C. and U.S. Territories Quarters Program, offering collectors a window into one of America's most remote and culturally distinct regions. The design beautifully balances ancient traditions with natural beauty, making it both historically significant and visually compelling. For collectors completing the six-coin territories series or building comprehensive quarter collections, this Philadelphia Mint example is essential. Its Brilliant Uncirculated condition preserves every detail of the intricate design exactly as the U.S. Mint intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eImages shown are stock photos representative of the coin you will receive. Your coin will be in Gem Brilliant Uncirculated condition as described.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"US Mint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51027004915994,"sku":"QTR_NMI_P_SINGLE","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/0612\/0474\/files\/2009QuarterUncNM.jpg?v=1771624452","url":"https:\/\/smyrnacoin.com\/products\/2009-p-northern-mariana-islands-territory-quarter-single","provider":"Smyrnacoin.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}