2016 (P) Theodore Roosevelt National Park 5 oz Silver Quarter

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The 2016 (P) Theodore Roosevelt National Park 5 oz Silver Quarter is a quarter from the Philadelphia Mint, belonging to the 5 oz. America the Beautiful Silver Quarters 2010 to Date series. 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 shows a young Theodore Roosevelt on horseback, looking out over the land near the Little Missouri River. Inscriptions: THEODORE ROOSEVELT, NORTH DAKOTA, 2016 and E PLURIBUS UNUM. Roosevelt's ranching experiences in the 1880s shaped his conservation philosophy, leading to the establishment of 230 million acres of protected public lands. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Philadelphia's mint — the nation's first — has produced coins without interruption since its founding in 1792. Struck in 99.9% silver, weighing 155.5 grams, 76.2 mm in diameter, with a lettered edge. Cataloged as PCGS #615475.