If you are a coin collecting aficionado of silver dollars, silver coins, gold coins, dimes, quarters, dollars, nickels, or liberty coins, the 1959-d 2 Silver Washington Quarter is a well sought-after coin that features the iconic profile of one of the nation’s founding fathers, George Washington, who was also the first President of the United States of America. On the front of the coin, you find the word “Liberty” etched in uppercase text above George Washington’s head, as well as the infamous motto “In God We Trust,” which is etched just below Washington’s chiseled chin. The year of the coin is also etched on the front of the coin underneath George Washington’s head. The back of the 1959-d 2 Silver Washington Quarter depicts an American eagle holding his wings wide open in a gesture of freedom. The inspiring adage “E Pluribus Unum” is also etched above the eagle’s strong head, underneath the etching “United States of America.” Below the Eagle is the words “Quarter Dollar.” This coin has a value that is appreciated by history enthusiasts, as well as collectors of coins such as quarters, nickels, dimes, silver coins, gold coins, and dollars. A proof issue of this Silver Washington Quarter makes the value of the coin worth more than the face value of quarters of different years, giving proof that a quarter is not always worth twenty-five cents. This anomaly is because the quarters could have great value depending on the year the quarter was minted and especially if it is a proof coin. The Washington Quarter is made of Type 1 Silver and the mint date of these quarters is 1959. This Washington Quarter has a mint mark of P and was minted in Philadelphia. The strike type is proof. Silver coins come from the United States mint and most coins in the United States have a value of cents as opposed to values in dollars, but their worth is quite different, especially if the coins are proof coinage. Proof coins are early samples of coins, historically made for checking the dies, but today proof coins, especially those made from silver, are worth a great deal to coin collectors. This Silver Washington proof quarter is a beautiful piece of history and another collectable American quarter to add to your coin collection.