Depicts a portrait of George Washington facing right, "Liberty" above, "In God We Trust" on the left and date with mint mark below on the right.

The portrait was originally composed and sculpted by Laura Gardin Fraser. It was the recommended design for the 1932 quarter to mark Washington’s 200th birthday, but then-Treasury Secretary Mellon ultimately selected the left-facing John Flannigan design. Laura Gardin Fraser was one of the most prolific female sculptors of the early 20th century. She designed the Alabama Centennial Half Dollar in 1921, becoming the first woman to design a U.S. coin. The Mint used her George Washington design on a 1999 gold commemorative half eagle coin marking the 200th anniversary of Washington’s death.

George Washington (1732–1799) was the first President of the United States (1789–97), the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He presided over the convention that drafted the current United States Constitution and during his lifetime was called the "father of his country".

Depicts a dynamic picture of Celia Cruz flashing her dazzling smile while performing in a rumba-style dress. Her signature catchphrase “¡AZÚCAR!” is inscribed on the right.

Celia Cruz (born Úrsula Hilaria Celia de la Caridad Cruz Alfonso, 1925-2003) was a renowned Cuban singer and a prominent figure in Latin music during the 20th century. Initially gaining fame in Cuba as the "La Guarachera de Cuba" for her performances of guarachas in the 1950s, she later earned international recognition as the "Queen of Salsa." Cruz's extensive career included over 37 studio albums, numerous live recordings, and collaborations, contributing significantly to Afro-Cuban music styles like guaracha, rumba, afro, son, and bolero.

Starting her career with the Sonora Matancera in Cuba, Cruz's musical journey expanded beyond her homeland due to the Cuban Revolution. Settling in the United States, she became an iconic figure for the Cuban diaspora. Collaborating with Tito Puente in the 1960s and later signing with Fania Records in the 1970s, Cruz became a pivotal figure in the salsa genre. Her hits, including "Bemba colorá" and "Quimbara," exemplify her lasting impact. Cruz's legacy extends beyond music, with two Grammy Awards, three Latin Grammy Awards, and a catchphrase, "¡Azúcar!" ("Sugar!"), that remains an enduring symbol of salsa.

Designer: Phebe Hemphill (PH)