Encoded Trivia #43

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A United States quarter dollar coin has a face value of 25 cents, making four quarters equal to one dollar. According to the United States Mint, the quarter was first authorized by the Coinage Act of 1792 and has undergone several design changes throughout American history. The Smithsonian National Numismatic Collection houses quarters from every era of U.S. coinage. Numismatists study quarters for their historical designs and metallurgical evolution. The quarter's 25-cent denomination represents a fundamental unit in American currency, essential for vending machines, parking meters, and everyday commerce.