2018-D Cumberland Island National Seashore Quarter - Single Coin

Discover Georgia's Pristine Coastal Paradise

The 2018-D Cumberland Island National Seashore Quarter celebrates one of Georgia's most enchanting barrier islands, where pristine beaches, maritime forests, and abundant wildlife create an unspoiled coastal sanctuary. As the 44th release in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program, this Denver Mint quarter honors Cumberland Island's unique ecosystem and natural beauty. The design features a graceful snowy egret poised on a branch at the edge of a salt marsh, capturing the moment before flight—a perfect symbol of the island's role as a haven for migratory birds and coastal wildlife. This quarter connects you to one of the Southeast's last undeveloped barrier islands.

What Makes This Quarter Special

• Denver Mint (D) Strike - Struck at the Denver Mint facility, known for quality production
• Uncirculated Condition - Fresh from mint rolls, never entered circulation
• 44th America the Beautiful Release - Fourth quarter issued in 2018, part of the 56-coin national park series
• Award-Winning Design - Created by Donna Weaver and sculpted by Don Everhart
• Cumberland Island National Seashore Design - Honors Georgia's pristine barrier island ecosystem
• Single Coin Format - Perfect for completing your collection or starting a new one
• Legal Tender - Official U.S. Mint issue, backed by the United States government
• Ready to Ship - In stock and available for immediate delivery

The Artistry Behind the Coin

Obverse: The quarter features John Flanagan's timeless portrait of George Washington, a design that has graced U.S. quarters since 1932. Washington's dignified profile faces left, surrounded by the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "QUARTER DOLLAR," "LIBERTY," and "IN GOD WE TRUST." This familiar design provides continuity across the entire America the Beautiful series.

Reverse: The reverse design captures the serene beauty of Cumberland Island National Seashore through the elegant form of a snowy egret. Artist Donna Weaver's winning design depicts the white-plumed bird perched delicately on a branch at the edge of a salt marsh, poised for flight with wings slightly raised. Sculptor Don Everhart brought the design to life with exquisite detail, from the egret's graceful plumage to the marsh grasses swaying in the coastal breeze. Inscriptions of "CUMBERLAND ISLAND," "GEORGIA," "2018," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" frame the scene, honoring this 36,000-acre barrier island where wild horses roam free, sea turtles nest on undisturbed beaches, and over 300 bird species find sanctuary in one of the Atlantic coast's last pristine wilderness areas.

Why Collectors Choose This Piece

The Cumberland Island National Seashore quarter holds special appeal for collectors who appreciate coastal ecosystems and wildlife conservation. As part of the 2018 releases in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program, it represents both numismatic value and the preservation of irreplaceable natural habitats. The Denver Mint strike offers excellent detail and quality, while the single-coin format provides flexibility for collectors who need just this issue to complete their set or prefer to acquire quarters individually. This piece connects you to a barrier island that remains much as it was centuries ago—a place where nature thrives undisturbed, accessible only by boat, where maritime forests meet pristine beaches and the rhythm of tides governs life along Georgia's coast.

Images shown are stock photos representative of the coin you will receive. Actual coin condition may vary slightly.