American Women Quarters 2024 Ornament - Zitkala-Ša

American Women Quarters™ Program
Philadelphia (P)
$35.00
  • Uniquely designed collectable keepsakes highlighting and honoring the accomplishments of Zitkala-Ša
  • Makes the perfect gift for students, teachers, mentors, or someone who inspires you
  • Designed and hand-crafted completely in the U.S.A.

The ornament celebrates Zitkala-Ša’s accomplishments as a musician, composer, and writer. Red birds represent her Native name, and the diamond pattern on the edge of the ornament is inspired by traditional décor to represent the preservation of Native customs and traditions. The background represents a view of the Yankton Reservation and Missouri River.

The coin’s reverse (tails) design depicts Zitkala-Ša in traditional Yankton Sioux dress. She holds a book, representing her work as an author as well as her successful activism for Native American rights. Behind her, a stylized sun represents her work on The Sun Dance Opera, while a cardinal symbolizes her name, meaning “Red Bird.” A Yankton Sioux-inspired diamond pattern sits underneath the sun. Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “AUTHOR,” “ACTIVIST,” “COMPOSER,” “25 CENTS,” and “ZITKALA-ŠA.”

Item Number: 24WO5
Mintage Limit: None
Product Limit: 2,000
Household Order Limit: None

The American Women Quarters honor a diverse group of notable American women who made significant contributions in a variety of fields, including suffrage, civil rights, abolition, government, humanities, science, space, and the arts. The women recognized in this program are from ethnically, racially, and geographically diverse backgrounds.

Each uniquely crafted ornament is beautifully protected by detailed packaging, which includes a certificate of authenticity, an explanation of the ornament’s design elements, and a brief description of the honoree. The dimensions of the ornaments are 2.7 x 3.2 inches, and the box is a 4.63 inches.

Honor the courage and accomplishments of women who have created positive change by starting or adding to your collection of American Women Quarters today!

Product Specifications
Denomination: Quarter
Finish: Uncirculated
Composition: 8.33% nickel, balance copper
Weight: 5.670 grams
Diameter: 0.955 inch (24.26 mm)
Edge: Reeded
Mint and Mint Mark: Philadelphia – P
Privy Mark: None
American Women Quarters 2024 Ornament - Zitkala-Ša
American Women Quarters™ Program
Philadelphia (P)
$35.00
  • Uniquely designed collectable keepsakes highlighting and honoring the accomplishments of Zitkala-Ša
  • Makes the perfect gift for students, teachers, mentors, or someone who inspires you
  • Designed and hand-crafted completely in the U.S.A.

The ornament celebrates Zitkala-Ša’s accomplishments as a musician, composer, and writer. Red birds represent her Native name, and the diamond pattern on the edge of the ornament is inspired by traditional décor to represent the preservation of Native customs and traditions. The background represents a view of the Yankton Reservation and Missouri River.

The coin’s reverse (tails) design depicts Zitkala-Ša in traditional Yankton Sioux dress. She holds a book, representing her work as an author as well as her successful activism for Native American rights. Behind her, a stylized sun represents her work on The Sun Dance Opera, while a cardinal symbolizes her name, meaning “Red Bird.” A Yankton Sioux-inspired diamond pattern sits underneath the sun. Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “AUTHOR,” “ACTIVIST,” “COMPOSER,” “25 CENTS,” and “ZITKALA-ŠA.”

Item Number: 24WO5
Mintage Limit: None
Product Limit: 2,000
Household Order Limit: None