Coin USA 1/4 Dollar - 250th Anniversary of Independence - War of Independence - 2026 - D Denver

This quarter dollar was issued by the United States in 2026 to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, as part of a commemorative series dedicated to the Revolutionary War. The example presented here comes from the Denver Mint, identifiable by the letter D struck on the coin, one of the official minting facilities of the United States.

Although the face value of this coin is 25 cents (a quarter dollar), it is referenced with a nominal value of 5 cents in the associated technical data. Its metallurgical composition is based on copper plated with brass-manganese, an alloy used by the United States Mint for certain contemporary issues. This type of composition ensures a distinctive appearance while meeting modern production standards.

In terms of dimensions, the coin has a diameter of 24.26 mm, in line with the standard format of the American quarter dollar, and a weight of 5.67 grams. These physical characteristics correspond to the standards established by the United States Mint for this denomination.

The theme of the Revolutionary War is part of the commemorative program launched to celebrate the semiseptcentennial of the founding of the United States, 250 years after the Declaration of Independence of 1776. This program aims to honor the historical events and figures that contributed to the birth of the American nation. This coin thus stands as a numismatic testament to this major historical commemoration, struck specifically by the Denver Mint for the year 2026.