San Antonio Missions Quarter (America the Beautiful Quarters Series)
Country of Origin: United States of America
Year of Issue: 2019
Denomination: 0.25 USD (Quarter Dollar)
Composition: Copper-Nickel Clad (75% copper, 25% nickel outer layers bonded to a pure copper core)
Brief Description
A standard US quarter featuring the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park.
Historical Significance
Released in 2019 as part of the America the Beautiful Quarters Program, which honored 56 national sites. This design commemorates the San Antonio Missions for their historical and cultural elements.
Estimated Value
$0.25 in circulated condition; $0.50-$2.00 in high-grade uncirculated condition; higher for specific varieties.
Care Instructions
Avoid cleaning or polishing as it damages the surface and reduces value. Store in a dry environment using PVC-free coin flips or holders.
Mint Mark
Typically 'P' (Philadelphia), 'D' (Denver), 'W' (West Point), or 'S' (San Francisco).
Mintage & Rarity
Common; however, the 'W' mint mark (West Point) versions were released directly into circulation and are highly scarce and valuable.
Weight & Diameter
5.67 grams, 24.26 mm
Edge
reeded
Apparent Grade
Circulated (appears to have wear and surface scratches, though the image is blurry).
Obverse (Front)
Profile of George Washington facing left, with inscriptions 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and 'QUARTER DOLLAR'.
Reverse (Back)
A design based on a colonial Spanish Real coin, featuring elements representing the San Antonio Missions: wheat, a lion, missions, and a river. Inscriptions: 'SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS', 'TEXAS', '2019', 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'.
What Drives This Coin's Value
The presence of a 'W' mint mark (West Point) is the most significant value factor for this specific design in circulation.
Similar Coins
Standard Washington Quarters (1932-1998), State Quarters (1999-2008). Can be distinguished by the reverse design and '2019' date.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for proper weight, diameter, and the characteristic 'clapper' sound when dropped. Be wary of 'W' mint marks that look altered or glued on.
Notable Varieties & Errors
The 2019-W West Point mint mark circulation strikes are the most noted collectable variety for this year.
Created At: 2026-06-16T17:23:26.541113