By Ms Jheri Worldwide, Staff Writer
The U.S. Mint has unveiled its American Women Quarters 2025, and among the distinguished figures honored is prolific journalist Ida B. Wells-Barnett, a name that resonates with courage, resilience, and unwavering dedication to justice. In a society where representation matters deeply, the appearance of Wells-Barnett on a circulating coin marks a powerful moment for the Black community and for all who champion freedom and justice.
Ida B. Wells-Barnett was more than just a writer; she was a force for a better America. A fearless journalist, an anti-lynching crusader, and a literary luminary, she dedicated her life to exposing the brutal realities of racial injustice in America globally. Wells-Barnett appears dignified and poised with her symbolic quill pen on her lapel, serving as a poignant reminder of her enduring legacy.
This small coin carries immense symbolic weight, honoring the generations who fought tirelessly for civil rights and representation. It’s a testament to their sacrifices and a celebration of their victories. To hold an Ida B. Wells-Barnett quarter is to hold a piece of American history, a reminder of the power of truth and the importance of African American women standing up for what is right despite the many strikes against them.
Eager to own a piece of this momentous occasion? The U.S. Mint website offers the opportunity to purchase these quarters directly. For approximately $45, you can receive $25 worth of Ida B. Wells-Barnett quarters delivered to your door in less than a week. It’s a tangible way to commemorate a remarkable woman and her indelible impact on our nation. Let us embrace this quarter not just as currency, but as a symbol of progress and a tribute to the enduring spirit of Ida B. Wells-Barnett. In her own words, “I’d rather go down in history as one lone Negro who dared to tell the government that it had done a dastardly thing than to save my skin by taking back what I have said.” Ida B. Wells, Crusade for Justice: The Autobiography of Ida B. Wells.
