The standard 2019 American Memorial Park quarters are made of a clad composition that contains copper and nickel. Clad proof quarters and silver proof quarters were also minted and they sell for more money. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
Design
On the reverse side of the coin the design shows a young woman looking at Flag Circle and Court of Honor at American Memorial Park. Her hand rests on a plaque with the names of those who died fighting in the Marianas Campaign during World War II.
American Memorial Park is located on the island of Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands. This park honors the American soldiers and Northern Mariana Islanders who fought in the Marianas Campaign.
Coin Information
These coins are part of the America the Beautiful quarters program.
The US minted different series of the American Memorial Park quarter. There is the 2019 P quarter, 2019 D quarter, 2019 W quarter, 2019 S quarter, 2019 S proof quarter and 2019 S silver proof quarter.
Proof coins are essentially coins that have more detail. They are minted on special planchets and it takes longer to produce them. They are specifically made for collectors so you won't find any in your spare change.
Note: The mint mark can be found on the obverse side of each coin under the "IN GOD WE TRUST" motto.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 P | Philadelphia | 142,800,000 |
| 2019 D | Denver | 182,600,000 |
| 2019 W | West Point | 2,000,000 |
| 2019 S | San Francisco | 508,325 |
| 2019 S Proof | San Francisco | 679,625 |
| 2019 S Silver Proof | San Francisco | 537,244 |
Value
The value will depend on the series and the coin's condition. Below we will examine the value for each series.
Clad Quarters
The standard 2019 American Memorial Park clad quarters in circulated condition are only worth their face value of $0.25. These coins only sell for a premium in uncirculated condition.
Both the 2019 P American Memorial Park quarter and 2019 D American Memorial Park quarter are each worth around $0.75 in uncirculated condition with an MS 63 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $1.
The 2019 W American Memorial Park quarter is worth around $10 in MS 63 uncirculated condition. The value is around $25 in MS 65 uncirculated condition.
The 2019 S American Memorial Park quarter is worth around $2 in MS 63 uncirculated condition. The value is around $3 in MS 65 uncirculated condition.
The 2019 S proof American Memorial Park quarter is worth around $4.50 in PR 66DC condition. The value is around $15 in PR 69DC condition.
Silver Proof Quarter
This coin is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $6.04. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $29.64 per ounce.
The 2019 S silver proof American Memorial Park quarter is worth around $12 in PR 66DC condition. The value is around $20 in PR 69DC condition.
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Grading System
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.
MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.
PR 66DC proof- There are minimal marks and hairlines.
PR 69DC proof- Only the slightest imperfections are present.
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See also:
2019 Lowell Quarter
2019 River of No Return Quarter
2019 San Antonio Missions Quarter
2019 War in the Pacific Quarter