Since 2022, more than 6 billion quarters have been made in the United States. Every one of them shows a female trailblazer on the back. The U.S. Mint is the government agency in charge of making coins. It is releasing the last five coins in the American Women Quarters Program this year. The series honors diverse women who have made an impact on sports, space exploration, entertainment, the fight for women’s rights, and more.
Here’s a look at the women the Mint is honoring this year.