1776-1976 Bicentennial Washington Quarter

This is a United States Bicentennial Quarter, minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of American independence. The obverse features the traditional portrait of George Washington by John Flanagan, updated with the dual date '1776-1976'. The coin is composed of a copper-nickel clad over a pure copper core, resulting in a silver-colored exterior with a reeded edge. Physically, the coin shows significant signs of circulation, including flattened relief on Washington's hair and cheekbone, and numerous small contact marks or 'bag marks' across the field. The coin lacks a visible mint mark (typically found to the right of the ponytail), suggesting it was minted in Philadelphia. The surface exhibits a dull, greyish patina consistent with long-term handling, and the peripheral lettering 'LIBERTY' and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' shows some softening. The rim appears intact but slightly rounded from wear. While these were produced in massive quantities (over 800 million in Philadelphia alone), this specimen lacks the high-luster or 'frosty' appearance of uncirculated or proof strikes, classifying it as a common business strike in a lower-grade circulated condition.