January 26, 2016 – 8:37 am
Candidate designs for the Shawnee National Forest quarter
In late 2014, both the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee and the Commission of Fine Arts reviewed several candidate designs for the reverse of the 2016 Shawnee National Forest quarter.
The CCAC divided their support between two designs, each depicting a different view of Camel Rock – a sandstone formation in Garden of the Gods. One of these two designs, showing a closer view, was supported by the CFA.
Located in Illinois, Shawnee National Forest is home to a unique blend of natural beauty. From expansive oak forests to eye-catching sandstone formations, this site offers visitors majestic views of the region’s natural beauty.
January 21, 2016 – 9:08 am
Garden of the Gods in Shawnee National Forest, Illinois
Formed in the 1930s to protect Illinois’ diminishing forests, Shawnee National Forest offers a unique blend of natural beauty. From expansive oak forests to eye-catching sandstone formations, Shawnee’s visitors are treated to a visual feast. Plus, they can enjoy a variety of recreational activities like hiking, biking, camping and more.
The forest is home to both Hicks Dome and Garden of the Gods. Hicks Dome is a 3-mile-wide ring believed to have been caused either by an asteroid impact or an ancient volcano. Garden of the Gods is a range of sandstone sculptures that have been carved by the elements over time. This area offers majestic views of the region’s natural beauty to all who visit.
Learn more about Shawnee National Forest.
November 19, 2015 – 2:03 pm
The new 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park quarter was released in a special ceremony on November 17 at Schuylerville High School in Schuylerville, NY. The Saratoga quarter is the 30th issue of the 2010-2021 National Park Quarter Series, which is honoring a national park or historic site in all 50 states, D.C. and the 5 U.S. territories in the order that the parks were established.
The reverse design of the 2015 Saratoga quarter bears a close-up depiction of British General John Burgoyne surrendering his sword to American General Horatio Gates at the conclusion of the 1777 Battle of Saratoga (New York) – which was the first major victory for American forces during the Revolutionary War. The obverse features a smaller restored version of the original George Washington portrait introduced on U.S. quarters in 1932. Add the new Saratoga National Historical Park quarters to your collection today!
November 3, 2015 – 10:03 am
Saratoga National Historical Park quarter design
The United States Mint has announced the final design for the Saratoga National Historical Park quarter. The reverse of the coin will feature a close-up depiction of British General John Burgoyne surrendering his sword to American General Horatio Gates at the conclusion of the Battle of Saratoga, along with the inscription british surrender 1777. Inscriptions along the rim of the reverse include saratoga, new york, 2015 and the motto e pluribus unum.
The 1777 Battle of Saratoga was the first major victory for American forces during the Revolutionary War, and is considered the turning point of the war – renewing the patriots’ hopes for independence and gaining critical foreign alliances for financial and military assistance.
This handsome quarter featuring a revered historical park in the state of New York is a perfect match for the 2001 New York Statehood quarter . The Saratoga is the 30th issue of the National Park Quarter Series and the last of five new designs released in 2015.
September 30, 2015 – 8:48 am
U.S. Mint art for ten contending designs for the 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park quarter
Ten different candidate designs for the 2015 Saratoga National Historical Park quarter were submitted for consideration by the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC), the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA), the secretary of the Interior, and the governor of New York where the park is located.
The CCAC has endorsed design SNHP-03 featuring a close-up depiction of British General John Burgoyne surrendering his sword to American General Horatio Gates at the conclusion of the Battle of Saratoga. However, the CCAC recommended that the inscription “Surrender 1777” be changed to “British Surrender 1777”. The CFA has endorsed the same design and agreed with the CCAC’s recommended change for the inscription.
After receiving all reviews and comments, and considering other relevant factors, the Director of the United States Mint will recommend a design to the Secretary of the Treasury who has the authority to make the final decision.
The Battle of Saratoga is considered the turning point of the American Revolution – renewing the patriots’ hopes for independence and convincing the French to ally with the Americans against the British.
