2018 (P) Burnished Apostle Islands National Park 5 oz Silver Quarter

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

2018

Denomination

Silver Bullion

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Special Strike

Series

5 oz. America the Beautiful Silver Quarters 2010 to Date

Designer

John Flanagan/Richard Masters

Mintage

16,004

Composition

99.9% Silver

Weight

155.5g

Diameter

76.2mm

Edge

Lettered

Auction Record

$405 SP70 08-30-2021 eBay

Description

The 2018 (P) Burnished Apostle Islands National Park 5 oz Silver Quarter is a special strike quarter struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the 5 oz. America the Beautiful Silver Quarters 2010 to Date series. With a mintage of 16,004, this is a scarce issue — ranked 3rd of 5 mint variants by mintage, with 11% of 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 sea caves at Devils Island with a lighthouse and kayaker. Apostle Islands encompasses 21 islands on Lake Superior, featuring dramatic sea caves, historic lighthouses, and old-growth forests. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Auction record: $405 SP70 08-30-2021 eBay. Struck in 99.9% silver, weighing 155.5 grams, 76.2 mm in diameter, with a lettered edge. Cataloged as PCGS #674371.