2013 (P) Fort McHenry National Park 5 oz Silver Quarter

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Auction Record

$285 MS69 10-23-2021 eBay

Description

The 2013 (P) Fort McHenry National Park 5 oz Silver Quarter represents a Philadelphia Mint issue from the 5 oz. America the Beautiful Silver Quarters 2010 to Date series. With a mintage of 30,000, this is a scarce issue — the lowest mintage among 5 mint variants, representing only 19% of total production. The obverse features George Washington facing left, based on a 1786 bust by Jean-Antoine Houdon and the reverse displays unique designs featuring national parks and sites — struck in 5 ounces of .999 fine silver at a massive 76.2mm diameter. The reverse depicts the fort during the Defenders Day celebration with fireworks overhead symbolizing the "rockets' red glare." Fort McHenry is the birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner, where Francis Scott Key wrote the poem that became the national anthem. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value is approximately $113. Struck in 99.9% silver, weighing 155.5 grams, 76.2 mm in diameter, with a lettered edge. Cataloged as PCGS #518157.