America the Beautiful Quarter: Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve

Country of Origin: United States

Year of Issue: 2020

Denomination: 0.25 USD

Composition: Cupro-Nickel (8.33% Nickel, balance Copper)

America the Beautiful Quarter: Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve

Brief Description

The reverse features a red mangrove tree in an early stage of its life cycle, depicting its unique root system. Text includes 'SALT RIVER BAY', 'U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS', '2020', and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'.

Historical Significance

Part of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program, this coin honors Salt River Bay in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. It is the only site where members of the Columbus expedition are known to have set foot on what is now United States territory.

Estimated Value

$0.25 - $2.00 (Value increases for uncirculated specimens or those with 'W' mint marks)

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place within a PVC-free coin holder or album. Avoid touching the surface of the coin with bare fingers to prevent oil transfer and oxidation.

Created At: 2026-02-20T04:10:34.440497