First look at Celia Cruz’s U.S Quarter coin: Find here when and how to get it
us.hola.comThe United States of America is honoring Celia Cruz’s legacy by releasing currency with her face in 2024. The Queen of Salsa music will appear in the nation’s quarter after the United States Mint began recognizing women’s contributions in different areas.The Mint, the U.S.’s sole manufacturer of legal tender coinage, recently gave a glimpse and shared more details about the much-anticipated coin.
Celia will star in the 14th coin of the American Women Quarters™ Program.According to the entity, one side of the coin depicts a portrait of George Washington, composed initially and sculpted by Laura Gardin Fraser to mark George Washington’s 200th birthday.
While the reverse, commonly known as “tails,” features a “dynamic depiction of Celia Cruz flashing her dazzling smile while performing in a rumba style dress.”The Mint also informed that the singer’s signature catchphrase, “¡AZÚCAR!” is inscribed on the coin, among other inscriptions, which include “Celia Cruz,” “United States of America,” and more.The collective is made out of Cupro-Nickel and weighs 5.670 grams.
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts graduate Phebe Hemphill composed Celia’s coin.“All of the women being honored have lived remarkable and multi-faceted lives and have made a significant impact on our Nation in their own unique way,” said Mint Director Ventris C.
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