The Olympic National Park Silver Uncirculated Coin, released by the United States Mint on November 29, 2011, celebrates the breathtaking landscapes of Olympic National Park in Washington. This coin marks the third release in 2011 from the America the Beautiful Silver Bullion Coin series and is crafted as a collector-grade strike, containing five ounces of .999 fine silver.
Coin Design and Inspiration
The Olympic Silver Uncirculated Coin mirrors the design of its circulating quarter counterpart, maintaining a connection to the U.S. Mint’s America the Beautiful Quarters® Program. Both programs highlight notable national sites, with one location chosen from each U.S. state, the District of Columbia, and five territories.
On the obverse, the coin features the iconic image of George Washington, originally created by John Flanagan in 1932. This portrait has graced the U.S. quarter in various forms for decades. The obverse also bears the inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and QUARTER DOLLAR.
The reverse design, created by AIP Master Designer Susan Gamble and sculpted by U.S. Mint Sculptor-Engraver Michael Gaudioso, showcases the rugged beauty of Olympic National Park. The scene depicts a majestic Roosevelt Elk standing on a gravel bar along the Hoh River, with the towering Mount Olympus in the background. Surrounding the artwork are the inscriptions OLYMPIC, WASHINGTON, 2011, and E PLURIBUS UNUM.
About Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park, located in Washington state, boasts an extraordinary diversity of ecosystems, from lush rainforests to rugged mountain peaks and pristine coastlines. Originally designated as Mount Olympus National Monument in 1909 by President Theodore Roosevelt, it was reclassified as a national park on June 29, 1938, under President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
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Spanning over 95% federally designated wilderness, the park offers adventurers more than 600 miles of trails, ideal for exploring its diverse landscapes. Visitors can marvel at the temperate rainforests, which receive over 120 inches of rain annually, hike through the majestic Olympic mountain range, or explore the stunning Pacific coastline. This unique combination of ecosystems makes Olympic National Park a natural treasure and a fitting subject for this commemorative coin.
Whether as a collector’s item or a celebration of one of America’s most stunning national parks, the Olympic National Park Silver Uncirculated Coin is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the United States.