2012-P Acadia National Park Quarter - Single Coin

Celebrate America's First Eastern National Park

The 2012-P Acadia National Park Quarter honors Maine's crown jewel, where rugged coastline meets granite peaks. This Philadelphia Mint single coin captures the natural splendor of Acadia, the first national park established east of the Mississippi River, in stunning Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

What Makes This Quarter Special

• Gem Brilliant Uncirculated condition - pristine strike with original mint luster
• Philadelphia (P) Mint mark - from America's first and most historic mint facility
• America the Beautiful Quarters® Program - part of the 56-coin series honoring national parks and sites
• Copper-nickel clad composition - standard U.S. quarter specifications
• 2012 issue - the fourteenth release in the National Park Quarter series
• Legal tender - backed by the United States government

The Artistry Behind the Coin

Obverse: Features the restored 1932 John Flanagan portrait of George Washington, modified for the America the Beautiful series. Washington's dignified profile faces left, with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," "QUARTER DOLLAR," "LIBERTY," and "IN GOD WE TRUST" inscribed around the rim.

Reverse: Designed by Barbara Fox and sculpted by Charles L. Vickers, the reverse showcases the iconic Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse perched on rocky cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. A sailboat glides across the waves in the foreground, capturing the maritime heritage and coastal beauty that define Acadia. The inscriptions "ACADIA," "MAINE," "2012," and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" complete the design.

Why Collectors Choose This Piece

The Acadia National Park Quarter represents more than currency—it's a miniature work of art celebrating one of America's most beloved natural treasures. As part of the 11-year America the Beautiful Quarters® Program, this coin offers an affordable entry point for new collectors or a essential addition for those completing the full 56-coin set. The Philadelphia Mint's reputation for quality strikes ensures this quarter displays sharp details and brilliant surfaces that showcase the lighthouse design beautifully.

Whether you're building a complete National Park Quarter collection, focusing on P-mint issues, or simply appreciate the natural beauty of Maine's coastline, this single coin offers both numismatic value and a tangible connection to America's conservation legacy.

Images shown are stock photos representative of the coin you will receive.