Wilma Mankiller Quarter (American Women Quarters Program)
Country of Origin: United States of America
Year of Issue: 2022
Denomination: 0.25 USD
Composition: Cupro-Nickel Clad Copper (8.33% nickel, balance copper)
Brief Description
A 2022 U.S. quarter featuring the portrait of George Washington on the obverse and Wilma Mankiller on the reverse.
Historical Significance
Part of the inaugural year of the American Women Quarters Program, honoring Wilma Mankiller, the first female principal chief of the Cherokee Nation and a champion for indigenous and women's rights.
Estimated Value
$0.25 in circulated condition, $1.00-$5.00 in high uncirculated (MS-65+) grades.
Care Instructions
Avoid cleaning as it can damage the surface luster. Store in a PVC-free flip or album to prevent environmental toning.
Mint Mark
D (Denver Mint)
Mintage & Rarity
Approximately 310,000,000 (Denver); Common
Weight & Diameter
5.67 grams, 24.26 mm
Edge
Reeded
Apparent Grade
Uncirculated / Mint State based on the sharp details and lack of visible wear in the photo.
Obverse (Front)
A portrait of George Washington facing right, originally composed by Laura Gardin Fraser in 1932. Legends: 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', '2022'.
Reverse (Back)
Wilma Mankiller with a resolute expression, the seven-pointed star of the Cherokee Nation, and the Cherokee Nation name in syllabary. Legends: 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'WILMA MANKILLER', 'PRINCIPAL CHIEF', 'QUARTER DOLLAR'.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition/Grade is the primary factor. High-grade specimens (MS-67 or higher) are sought by registry set collectors.
Similar Coins
Easily confused with other 2022 American Women Quarters (Maya Angelou, Dr. Sally Ride, etc.) due to the same obverse design.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for crisp details and a weight of 5.67g. Counterfeits are rare for modern circulating quarters, but look for 'mushy' details or incorrect metal colors.
Notable Varieties & Errors
No major varieties or errors are widely reported currently for this specific Denver strike, though collectors look for die cracks or 'cud' errors.
Created At: 2026-05-13T19:33:56.769681