Item Description

The 2018 America The Beautiful Apostle Islands 5 oz Silver Coin is a striking release from the United States Mint’s America The Beautiful Series, celebrating the natural beauty and ecological significance of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in Wisconsin. Struck in .999 fine silver, this 5 oz coin features an expansive design that captures the rugged shoreline, historic lighthouses, and serene waters of Lake Superior.
 
As part of one of the most respected modern U.S. bullion programs, this coin combines government backed purity, large format detail, and national park heritage, making it a highly desirable piece for both collectors and investors.
 
Round Highlights
 
Mint: United States Mint
 
Series: America The Beautiful
 
Year: 2018
 
Weight: 5 Troy Ounces
 
Purity: .999 Fine Silver
 
Face Value: $0.25 (Quarter Dollar)
 
Design Theme: Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Wisconsin
 
Diameter: 76.2 mm (Large Format Coin)
 
Appeal: Highly collectible U.S. silver series with detailed large scale design
 
 
Design Details

This 5 oz silver coin showcases a wide canvas design, allowing for exceptional detail and depth that smaller coins cannot achieve. The imagery reflects the natural landscape and maritime heritage of the Apostle Islands, emphasizing both environmental beauty and historical significance.
 
Obverse

The obverse features the iconic portrait of George Washington, originally designed by John Flanagan, with inscriptions including “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and the face value of $0.25.
 
Reverse

The reverse depicts the Apostle Islands shoreline, featuring a lone kayaker paddling through the waters of Lake Superior with the historic Raspberry Island Lighthouse visible in the background. Inscriptions include “APOSTLE ISLANDS,” “WISCONSIN,” “2018,” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM.”