2013-P Fort McHenry National Park Quarter - Single Coin

Celebrate the Birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner with This 2013 National Park Quarter

Honor the fort that inspired America's national anthem with this 2013-P Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine Quarter from the Philadelphia Mint. This brilliant uncirculated coin commemorates the heroic defense of Baltimore Harbor during the War of 1812, where Francis Scott Key witnessed the flag still flying after a night of British bombardment and penned the words that became "The Star-Spangled Banner." As the third release of 2013 and the 18th overall in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program, this quarter captures a defining moment in American history when our young nation proved its resolve.

What Makes This Quarter Special

• Brilliant Uncirculated Condition - Gem BU quality from the Philadelphia Mint
• Philadelphia Mint "P" Strike - From America's original mint facility established in 1792
• 18th America the Beautiful Release - Third quarter issued in 2013
• Fort McHenry Tribute - Honors Maryland's historic fort and birthplace of the national anthem
• Single Coin Format - Perfect for completing your collection or starting a new one
• Copper-Nickel Clad Composition - Standard U.S. quarter specifications
• Government Issue - Official United States Mint product
• Ready to Ship - In stock and available for immediate delivery

The Artistry Behind the Coin

Obverse: The timeless portrait of George Washington graces the obverse, faithfully rendered from John Flanagan's iconic 1932 design. Washington's dignified profile faces left, encircled by the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "QUARTER DOLLAR," "LIBERTY," and "IN GOD WE TRUST." This enduring design connects every America the Beautiful quarter to our nation's founding father and his legacy of leadership.

Reverse: The reverse design powerfully depicts a soldier waving the iconic 15-star, 15-stripe garrison flag over Fort McHenry's ramparts. This dramatic scene captures the triumphant moment on the morning of September 14, 1814, when the massive flag—measuring 30 by 42 feet—still flew defiantly over the fort after withstanding 25 hours of relentless British naval bombardment. The soldier's proud stance and the billowing flag symbolize American resilience and the birth of our national anthem. In the background, the fort's distinctive star-shaped walls stand as silent witnesses to this pivotal moment. Inscriptions reading "FORT McHENRY," "MARYLAND," "2013," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" frame this tribute to courage, perseverance, and the enduring spirit of freedom.

Why Collectors Choose This Piece

The 2013 Fort McHenry quarter commemorates one of the most significant moments in American history—the defense that inspired Francis Scott Key to write "The Star-Spangled Banner" while watching from a ship in Baltimore Harbor. The sight of the flag still flying after the British bombardment proved that the fort had not surrendered, inspiring Key's immortal words "O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave." For collectors, this quarter represents both patriotic heritage and numismatic value as part of the comprehensive America the Beautiful series. The Philadelphia Mint strike and brilliant uncirculated condition make this coin ideal for those seeking pristine examples of American commemorative coinage. Whether displayed as a tribute to our national anthem or preserved within a complete National Park collection, this quarter connects you to the moment when American resolve was tested and proven unbreakable.

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