2016-D Harpers Ferry National Park Quarter - Single Coin
2016-D Harpers Ferry National Park Quarter - Single Coin
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Commemorate a Pivotal Moment in American History
The 2016-D Harpers Ferry National Park Quarter celebrates one of the most significant sites in American history—where John Brown's raid in 1859 became a catalyst for the Civil War. This Denver Mint strike captures the dramatic landscape and historical importance of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, where the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers meet. Whether you're building a complete National Park Quarter collection or seeking a meaningful piece of American heritage, this single coin offers an accessible entry point into numismatic collecting.
What Makes This Quarter Special
- Circulated condition - Authentic Denver Mint strike ready for your collection
- Copper-nickel clad composition - Standard U.S. quarter specifications
- 34th release in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program
- Denver Mint (D) - Struck at one of America's premier minting facilities
- 2016 issue year - Part of the ongoing National Park series
- Legal tender - Backed by the United States government
- Single coin format - Perfect for filling collection gaps or starting your journey
The Artistry Behind the Coin
Obverse: Features the restored 1932 John Flanagan portrait of George Washington, a timeless design that has graced U.S. quarters for generations. The profile captures Washington's dignified bearing, with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "QUARTER DOLLAR," "LIBERTY," and "IN GOD WE TRUST" inscribed around the rim, along with the year 2016.
Reverse: Depicts John Brown's Fort, the fire engine house where Brown and his men made their last stand during the famous 1859 raid. The design shows the brick structure against the backdrop of the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, with the Maryland Heights rising in the distance. The inscriptions "HARPERS FERRY," "WEST VIRGINIA," "2016," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" frame this powerful historical scene, designed by Thomas Cleveland and sculpted by Phebe Hemphill.
Why Collectors Choose This Piece
The Harpers Ferry quarter represents more than just currency—it's a tangible connection to a turning point in American history. John Brown's raid on the federal armory at Harpers Ferry electrified the nation and accelerated the march toward the Civil War. Today, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park preserves this crucial site where the rivers, railroad, and history converge. For collectors, this quarter offers an affordable way to own a piece of the America the Beautiful series, which honors our nation's most treasured natural and historical sites. The Denver Mint strike adds regional variety to your collection, and the single coin format makes it easy to complete your National Park Quarter set without purchasing full rolls.
Images shown are stock photos and may not represent the exact coin you will receive. All coins are genuine U.S. Mint issues.
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