The US 1971 Quarter, designed by John Flanagan, featured George Washington and symbolized America’s enduring legacy. Made of 91.67% copper and 8.33% nickel, it marked the shift from 90% silver in regular circulation coins due to rising silver prices. In 1971, the U.S. economy was adjusting to post-Vietnam inflation, and the US 1971 Quarter was an essential part of daily transactions.
That year, President Richard Nixon took steps to address inflation and economic instability, including the Nixon Shock, which ended the U.S. dollar’s convertibility into gold. The US 1971 Quarter reflected this shift, maintaining trust in currency during uncertain times. Flanagan’s design on the coin symbolized national strength in a changing economic landscape.