The 2010 5 oz Grand Canyon Silver Coin is part of the U.S. Mint's America the Beautiful (ATB) series, which pays tribute to the nation's most treasured national parks and historic sites. This particular issue honors the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona—an iconic symbol of natural beauty and geological wonder.
Historical Insight:
The Grand Canyon coin was one of the first five releases in the ATB series, making it a highly collectible early issue. The Grand Canyon itself was established as a national park in 1919 and is considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
Struck in .999 fine silver with a hefty 5 troy ounce weight, this coin features a Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) finish and large 3-inch diameter, allowing for incredibly detailed artwork.
Highlights:
- Contains: 5 troy ounces of .999 fine silver
- Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Obverse: Portrait of George Washington, designed by John Flanagan, with inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and face value of "QUARTER DOLLAR"
- Reverse: Detailed view of the granaries above the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park, with inscriptions
"GRAND CANYON," "ARIZONA," "2010," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" - Edge: Smooth edge with incused weight and purity
- Minted by: United States Mint
Specifications
SKU: |
320 |
Year: |
2010 |
Grade: |
Brilliant Unc |
Grade Service: |
None |
Denomination: |
25 Cents |
Mint Mark: |
P-Philadelphia (Not Shown) |
Metal Content: |
5 Troy Oz |
Purity: |
0.999 |
Thickness: |
4.064 mm |
Diameter: |
76.2 mm |
