American Women Quarters 2025 Ornament - Ida B. Wells

2025 United States Mint American Women Quarters Ornament – Ida B. Wells

Minted at the Philadelphia Mint
Includes Certificate of Authenticity
Handcrafted in the United States

Celebrate the legacy of Ida B. Wells, an investigative journalist, educator, suffragist, and early leader in the fight for civil rights, with this 2025 American Women Quarters Ornament—part of the final year in the United States Mint’s historic four-year series honoring extraordinary American women.

A fearless advocate for justice and equality, Wells used the power of the written word to confront racial injustice and champion human rights, leaving a profound impact that continues to inspire generations.

A Tribute to Courage, Justice, and Equality

The design of this ornament pays homage to Ida B. Wells’ groundbreaking achievements and her lifelong dedication to truth and reform.

Book and quill icons represent her role as an investigative journalist and author of A Red Record, where she exposed racial violence and called for justice under the law.

Torch and scales of justice symbolize her fight for freedom, equality, and civic responsibility.

Decorative patterns reflect the strength and unity of the communities she worked tirelessly to uplift.

Each element celebrates Wells’ courage to speak truth to power and her enduring influence on the pursuit of equality and justice in America.

Coin Design: 2025 American Women Quarter – Ida B. Wells

The reverse (tails) design features Ida B. Wells gazing courageously toward the future, a stance symbolizing her determination and leadership in social reform.
Inscriptions include:
“UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “IDA B. WELLS,” “25 CENTS,” and “JOURNALIST, SUFFRAGIST, CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST.”

Ornament Details

Mint: Philadelphia Mint (P)

Coin: 2025 American Women Quarter – Ida B. Wells

Material: Solid Brass with Imitation Rhodium Finish

Design Theme: “Justice and Equality” – Champion of Civil Rights

Packaging: Premium display box with certificate of authenticity and honoree biography

Display: Includes ribbon for easy hanging

Made in the USA

End of an Era – Final Release in the Series

2025 marks the conclusion of the American Women Quarters Ornament Program, a remarkable four-year tribute to the achievements of trailblazing women across the nation.

No further ornaments will be released under this program.
Thank you for your continued loyalty to U.S. Mint products—keep celebrating history and heritage through other inspiring Mint collectibles.

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