1965 Washington Quarter SMS
Numismatic
1965 Washington Quarter SMS
The year 1965 marked a significant turning point for United States coinage, as seen in this Special Mint Set issue of the Washington Quarter. This coin features a multi-layered composition, consisting of an outer blend of copper and nickel bonded securely to a core of pure copper. This structural shift represents a major technological evolution in the nation's circulating currency. On the obverse, the familiar profile of George Washington faces left, accompanied by the inscriptions IN GOD WE TRUST and the date 1965. This portrait, designed by John Flanagan, remains one of the most recognizable images in American numismatics. The reverse displays a powerful heraldic eagle with its wings spread wide, gripping a bundle of arrows and an olive branch beneath its talons. Surrounding the majestic bird are the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, the traditional motto E PLURIBUS UNUM, and the denomination of QUARTER DOLLAR. This brilliant uncirculated specimen showcases the crisp details of a historic design era.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1965 |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 25 Cents |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 24.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
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