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Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Quarter

Year of Issue

2020

Authorizing Legislation

Public Law 110-456

Background

The 2020 Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Quarter is the 54th coin in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program.

The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park in Vermont is the only national park dedicated to telling the story of conservation history and the evolving nature of land stewardship in America. It was the boyhood home of George Perkins Marsh, one of America’s first conservationists, and later the home of Frederick Billings. The property was given to the American people by its most recent owners, Laurance S. and Mary French Rockefeller.

Characteristics

The obverse (heads) design features the familiar image of George Washington by John Flanagan, used on the quarter since 1932. It has been restored to bring out subtle details and the beauty of the original.

The reverse (tails) design depicts a young girl completing the planting of a Norway spruce seedling near an established tree, continuing the life cycle of the forest. The child represents the conservationist, seeking to maintain a sustainable forest for future enjoyment and education.

Obverse Inscriptions

  • UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
  • LIBERTY
  • IN GOD WE TRUST
  • QUARTER DOLLAR

Reverse Inscriptions

  • LAND STEWARDSHIP
  • MARSH-BILLINGS-ROCKEFELLER
  • VERMONT
  • 2020
  • E PLURIBUS UNUM

Mint and Mint Mark

Specifications

The U.S. Mint released the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Quarter in circulating, uncirculated, and proof finishes. A five-ounce silver coin was also produced in uncirculated and bullion finishes.

Quarter (Circulating, Uncirculated, Proof):

  • Composition: Cupro-Nickel Clad (8.33% nickel, balance copper)
  • Weight: 5.670 grams
  • Diameter: 0.955 inch (24.26 mm)
  • Thickness: 1.75 mm
  • Edge: Reeded

Five-Ounce Silver Coin (Uncirculated, Bullion):

  • Composition: 99.9% silver
  • Weight: 5.0 ounces
  • Diameter: 3.0 inches
  • Edge: Edge-Lettering

Artist Credits

Content last updated on January 07, 2026