The Isabella Quarter, also known as the Isabella I of Castile coin, stands out as one of the most iconic U.S. commemorative quarters in history. Issued in 1893, this quarter was part of the World’s Columbian Exposition, held in Chicago to mark the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’s voyage to the Americas. The coin itself … Read more
The 1893 Isabella Quarter holds a special place in numismatic history as the first U.S. coin to depict a real woman and as a unique piece of the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This distinctive quarter is packed with historical significance, reflecting the era’s cultural and economic ambitions while capturing the public’s fascination with commemorative … Read more
The World’s Columbian Exposition, held in Chicago in 1893, was a landmark event that celebrated the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’s voyage to the New World. To commemorate this monumental occasion, the U.S. Mint produced a series of coins and medals that hold a special place in numismatic history. These pieces are not only remarkable … Read more