Chaco Canyon in northwestern New Mexico hosts one of the most famous pre-Columbian archaeological sites in the world. Unique in their architecture and their monumental scale, the palatial great houses and pit structures of the Chaco culture date between the 9th and 13th centuries, a ceremonial and political center linked by an elaborate road network and preserved today as part of the Chaco Culture National Historical Park and its associated protection sites. This remarkable achievement of Native American prehistory is commemorated by the U.S. Mint’s 2012 ATB Chaco Culture 5 oz Silver Coin.

Highlights:

• Arrives with a protective plastic slab from the NGC!
• 2nd release in 2012 in the U.S. Mint’s celebrated America the Beautiful 5 oz bullion series!
• Limited number of certified near-perfect silver coins available!
• Contains 5 Troy oz of .999 pure silver.
• Bears a quarter dollar (USD) face value backed by the United States.
• Issued a Grade of Mint State 69 by the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation.
• George Washington as depicted on the U.S. quarter on the obverse.
• Chaco Culture pueblo inscription on the reverse.

History

The U.S. Mint started its America the Beautiful series of commemorative quarters in 2010, celebrating iconic American landmarks and cultural sites in annual limited releases. The 2012 ATB Chaco Culture 5 oz Coin was issued in April of that year and is among the most highly prized collectors’ items in the series, bearing gorgeous details sculpted by the award-winning medallic artist Phebe Hemphill. It celebrates a unique center of pre-Columbian civilization that remains a major draw for scholars, archaeologists, artists, and tourists.

Shipping

These coins are certified Mint State 69 and arrive in protective plastic slabs. Coins in this condition have full, original mint luster and a maximum of two minor detracting flaws. These flaws are limited to minuscule contact marks or hairlines and must be found outside the primary focal points of the coin.

Obverse

The obverse side is inscribed with a portrait of George Washington consistent with the image that appears on the widely issued George Washington quarter. It also bears the inscriptions “Liberty,” “In God We Trust,” and “Quarter Dollar.”

Reverse

The reverse side carries the inscriptions “Chaco Culture,” “2012,” “New Mexico,” and “E Pluribus Unum.” At its heart is a portrait of the striking Chacoan landscape and its distinctive architecture, remarkable in its evocative detail.

Ordering

Provident Metals is standing by to answer any questions you might have about the 2012 ATB Chaco Culture 5 oz Silver Coin, or any of our other offerings. Call us at 800-313-3315, or reach us online via e-mail or using our live chat.