2016-P United States 25-Cent Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Certified Mint Error MS 67 - NGC

2016-P United States 25-Cent Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Certified Mint Error MS 67 - NGC

Certified Mint Error – Graded & Authenticated by NGC

This is a highly collectible and officially certified 2016-P Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Quarter featuring a prominent US Mint Error. Issued as part of the popular America the Beautiful (ATB) Quarters Program, this Philadelphia-minted coin escaped the rigorous quality control of the United States Mint, making it a rare and coveted find for error numismatists.

To guarantee absolute authenticity and preserve its condition, this coin has been thoroughly examined, verified, and encapsulated by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company), one of the world's premier independent third-party coin grading services.

Error Details & Certification
Certification/Grading Service: NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company)

Mint Error Classification: DOUBLE CURVED CLIPS

Design Details

• The Reverse: Designed by Barbara Fox and engraved by Joseph Menna, it depicts a historic frontiersman holding a long rifle, looking out into the distance toward the majestic Cumberland Gap—famously known as the "Gateway to the West." It features the inscriptions: "CUMBERLAND GAP", "KENTUCKY", "2016", and "E PLURIBUS UNUM".
• The Obverse: Features the classic John Flanagan restoration of the portrait of George Washington, alongside the "P" mint mark representing the Philadelphia Mint

Technical Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2016
• Denomination: 25 Cents (Quarter Dollar)
• Mint Location: Philadelphia (P Mint Mark)
• Series: America the Beautiful Quarters Program (Kentucky)
• Composition: Copper-Nickel Clad Copper Base
• Weight: 5.67 grams (Standard prior to error variation)
• Diameter: 24.30 mm