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U.S. Mint releases limited‑edition quarter for nation’s 250th
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
The U.S. Mint is releasing 250,000 limited‑edition quarters to mark the country’s 250th birthday. The Declaration of Independence quarters include a special July 4 privy mark. One side features a profile of former President Thomas Jefferson, the document’s author, and the reverse shows an image o...
Key takeaway The Declaration of Independence quarters include a special July 4 privy mark.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The release of these limited-edition quarters will likely generate interest among coin collectors in Southlake , who may be eager to get their hands on one of the 250,000 quarters being produced. Local collectors may want to check with area banks and coin shops to see if they will be carrying the special quarters. The quarters' connection to American history, featuring the author of the Declaration of Independence and the Liberty Bell, may also spark discussions in local schools and community groups about the significance of the country's 250th birthday. As Southlake residents celebrate this milestone, they may reflect on the community's own history and how it has grown and developed over the years, making the limited-edition quarters a unique keepsake for locals to commemorate this occasion. The special July 4 privy mark adds an extra layer of significance to the quarters, making them a sought-after item for collectors and history enthusiasts in the area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The U.S. Mint is releasing 250,000 limited‑edition quarters to mark the country’s 250th birthday. The Declaration of Independence quarters include a special July 4 privy mark. One side features a profile of former President Thomas Jefferson, the document’s author, and the reverse shows an image o...
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