1893 Isabella Quarter Dollar 90% Silver Commem Unc Cleaned

1893 Isabella Quarter Dollar 90% Silver Commem Unc Cleaned

The 1893 Isabella Quarter holds a historic position as one of the United States’ earliest commemorative coins. Struck in 90% silver with a weight of 0.1808 troy ounces and a face value of $0.25, it was the first legal tender U.S. coin to portray a real woman rather than the allegorical figure of Liberty. Uniquely, it also depicts a foreign monarch, Queen Isabella of Spain, making it the only commemorative quarter dollar ever issued by the U.S. Mint.

Created at the suggestion of the Board of Lady Managers for the World’s Columbian Exposition, the Isabella Quarter was intended as a tribute to the support of Queen Isabella in sponsoring Christopher Columbus’ voyage to the New World. With an authorized mintage of just 40,000 pieces, the coin’s final surviving numbers dropped to approximately 24,214 after unsold coins were returned to the Mint for melting, making it a rare and highly collectible piece of American numismatic history.

Collectors and investors value the 1893 Isabella Quarter not only for its historical significance but also for its silver content and aesthetic appeal. Despite being offered at $1 in the Women’s Building during the exposition, sales were slow, creating scarcity and enhancing its desirability today.

Coin Features:

• Contains .1808 troy oz of .900 fine silver
• Cleaned condition
• Struck by the US Mint
• Face value of $0.25 USD backed by the US government
• Individual coins come in protective plastic coin flips
• Obverse: Features Queen Isabella of Spain and the year of mintage.
• Reverse: Displays a woman with yarn, the denomination inscribed below.

Bullion Exchanges offers a rare opportunity to acquire this iconic piece of U.S. numismatic history. With its unique design, limited supply, and silver content, the 1893 Isabella Quarter makes a remarkable addition to any collection or investment portfolio. Its historical importance, combined with the enduring appeal of early commemoratives, ensures it will remain a treasured and sought-after coin for generations. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact one of our customer service representatives.