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In 2019, the U.S. mint released Quarters celebrating America the Beautiful (ATB) for Massachusetts, Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, Texas and Idaho. There are 5 Oz Silver 2019 ATB versions of these coins. Here are the 2019 Certified ATB quarters that we have for sale:
Why the 2019 West Point (“W”) Quarters Are So Valuable
The 2019 West Point quarters changed modern U.S. coin collecting. For the first time in history, the U.S. Mint struck quarters with a West Point “W” mint mark and released them directly into everyday circulation—not in sets, not as commemoratives—specifically to encourage coin collecting and spark roll-hunting excitement across the country.
What Makes the 2019-W Quarters Special?
- First time ever: West Point–minted quarters entered circulation in 2019 (and again in 2020). Prior West Point coinage was largely bullion or numismatic-only issues.
- Purposeful scarcity: The Mint limited output to about 2,000,000 per design (five designs in 2019), for a total of roughly 10 million “W” quarters—tiny compared with the billions of Philadelphia (P) and Denver (D) coins.
- Collector-first release: Coins were mixed into Federal Reserve distributions so they could be found in change or bank rolls, bringing new collectors into the hobby.
The Five 2019 Designs (America the Beautiful Series)
| Design (2019) | Site / State or Territory | Approx. West Point Mintage | Mint Mark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowell | Lowell National Historical Park, Massachusetts | ~2,000,000 | W |
| American Memorial Park | Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands | ~2,000,000 | W |
| War in the Pacific | Guam | ~2,000,000 | W |
| San Antonio Missions | Texas | ~2,000,000 | W |
| Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness | Idaho | ~2,000,000 | W |
Why 2019-W Quarters Carry Premiums
- Historic first: The debut of circulating West Point quarters created immediate, enduring demand.
- Low relative mintage: Two million per design is a fraction of typical P and D output.
- Hobby excitement: Bank roll searches, “found in change” stories, and media coverage amplified interest.
- Set pressure: Collectors seek all five designs, and then seek high-grade examples of each.
Why Certified 2019-W Quarters Are Particularly Important
Because the 2019-W quarters were released through normal distribution channels, many suffered bag marks, nicks, and handling wear before collectors found them. That makes top-grade examples (e.g., MS66–MS67 and up) comparatively scarce.
- Verified authenticity: Third-party grading (PCGS/NGC) confirms the coin is a genuine West Point issue with the correct design and mint mark.
- Objective condition: A certified numeric grade quantifies quality and eye appeal—critical for valuation.
- Market liquidity: Certified coins trade more easily and predictably, especially at premium grades.
- Population data: Grading services publish pop reports, helping collectors understand scarcity at each grade level.
Collecting Tips
- Prioritize condition: Choose uncirculated examples with minimal contact marks; certification is highly recommended for long-term value.
- Build the full set: Completing all five designs is a popular—and display-worthy—goal.
- Watch surfaces: Look for clean fields and strong luster; avoid polished or cleaned coins.
- Consider timing: Fresh, original bank-roll finds tend to grade better than coins pulled from long circulation.
Bottom Line
The 2019 West Point quarters combine historic significance, purposeful scarcity, and the thrill of real-world discovery. Their status as the first circulating “W” quarters—introduced to promote coin collecting—makes them modern keys. Certified high-grade examples, in particular, stand out for their verified authenticity, superior condition, and long-term collectability.