0:00animated coin formation
A wide shot featuring numerous silver-colored US quarter coins dynamically arranging themselves into a circular pattern against a vibrant deep blue background with a subtle halftone dot gradient pattern. The coins are all facing various directions, some displaying the obverse (George Washington's profile) and others the reverse (various notable American women). In the very center, a larger, prominent coin displays the United States Mint 'Treasury' logo, which features scales of justice and 'UNITED STATES MINT' text. The coins are shimmering slightly, suggesting a metallic texture. The overall color palette is silver, grey, and deep blue. The arrangement of coins creates a sense of movement and dynamic assembly, drawing the viewer's eye to the center.
0:01dynamic coin grid
The screen is entirely filled with a dense, grid-like arrangement of US quarter coins against the same vibrant blue background with a halftone dot gradient. The coins appear to be continuously rotating and shifting slightly, creating a hypnotic, shimmering effect. The central US Mint logo coin is still visible, but now surrounded by many more coins, some showing George Washington's profile, others showing the commemorative designs of American women. The motion of the coins suggests a fluid, continuous movement, as if they are flowing into position and filling the frame. The color palette remains predominantly silver, grey, and deep blue, maintaining a consistent brand aesthetic.
0:02pauli murray quarter
A central medium shot focuses on a single, detailed silver US quarter coin featuring the image of Reverend Dr. Pauli Murray, with 'THE REVEREND DR. PAULI MURRAY' and '25 CENTS' text clearly visible, along with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM'. The coin is rotating slightly on its vertical axis. Around the coin, three black and white historical photographs appear and rotate into place. The photo on the left shows a young Pauli Murray in profile, looking right, with short curly hair. The top right photo shows an older Pauli Murray seated at a desk, surrounded by books and papers, wearing glasses. The bottom right photo shows Pauli Murray as an older woman, smiling. The background is the same blue with a halftone dot gradient. A white text box with a black outline appears at the bottom with 'REVEREND DR. PAULI MURRAY'.
0:04patsy takemoto mink quarter
A central medium shot showcases a single, detailed silver US quarter coin, now featuring the image of Hon. Patsy Takemoto Mink, with 'PATSY TAKEMOTO MINK' and '25 CENTS' text clearly legible, along with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM.' The coin is rotating. Around the coin, two black and white historical photographs appear and rotate into position. The photo on the left shows a younger Patsy Takemoto Mink smiling, holding papers, with the US Capitol Building faintly visible in the background. The photo on the right shows an older Patsy Takemoto Mink smiling brightly, wearing a floral-patterned dress. The background is the same blue with a halftone dot gradient. A white text box with a black outline appears at the bottom with 'HON. PATSY TAKEMOTO MINK'.
0:06mary edwards walker quarter
A central medium shot highlights a single, detailed silver US quarter coin, now featuring the image of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, with 'DR. MARY EDWARDS WALKER' and '25 CENTS' text clearly visible, along with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM.' The coin rotates. Around the coin, two black and white historical photographs appear and rotate into place. The photo on the left shows Dr. Walker in what appears to be military attire, standing with a stern expression. The photo on the right shows her seated, wearing a dress with elaborate detailing and a medal, looking directly at the viewer with a composed expression. The background is the familiar blue with a halftone dot gradient. A white text box with a black outline appears at the bottom with 'DR. MARY EDWARDS WALKER'.
0:08celia cruz quarter
A central medium shot focuses on a single, detailed silver US quarter coin, now featuring the image of Celia Cruz, with 'CELIA CRUZ' and '25 CENTS' text clearly visible, along with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM.' The coin rotates. Around the coin, two black and white historical photographs appear and rotate into place. The photo on the left shows Celia Cruz performing, with an elaborate feathered headpiece and a sequined dress, her arms raised in a dynamic pose. The photo on the right shows her singing into a microphone, with a voluminous hairstyle and a vibrant expression. The background is the blue with a halftone dot gradient. A white text box with a black outline appears at the bottom with 'CELIA CRUZ'.
0:09zitkala sa quarter
A central medium shot showcases a single, detailed silver US quarter coin, now featuring the image of Zitkala-Sa, with 'ZITKALA-ŠA', 'AUTHOR ACTIVIST COMPOSER' and '25 CENTS' text clearly legible, along with 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'E PLURIBUS UNUM.' The coin rotates. Around the coin, two black and white historical photographs appear and rotate into position. The photo on the left shows a young Zitkala-Sa in profile, with long dark hair, wearing a traditional garment. The photo on the right shows her standing, wrapped in a patterned blanket or shawl, with a calm and dignified expression. The background is the same blue with a halftone dot gradient. A white text box with a black outline appears at the bottom with 'ZITKALA-ŠA'.
0:11text overlay discover stories
The screen is entirely filled with a vibrant blue background, gradually transitioning from a slightly lighter blue on the left to a deeper blue on the right, still featuring the subtle halftone dot gradient pattern across the entire frame. In the center, white text appears, reading 'Discover the Stories,' rendered in a clean, sans-serif font. Immediately below the text, a hand-drawn, slightly wavy white line animates from left to right, emphasizing the phrase. The lighting is even across the frame, highlighting the text and creating a clear, readable presentation. The overall mood is inviting and informative, encouraging engagement.
0:13logo reveal
The blue background with the halftone dot gradient persists. In the upper center, the text 'UNITED STATES MINT' appears in white, sans-serif font. Below this, a stylized logo animates into view. The logo features a crescent shape formed by an American flag motif (red and white stripes, blue field with white stars) on the left, curving into a white ribbon-like shape on the right. To the right of the flag crescent, the words 'AMERICAN WOMEN' are displayed in a bold, sans-serif white font, with 'QUARTERS™' appearing below it in a slightly smaller font. At the very bottom center, a website address 'catalog.usmint.gov/awq' is displayed in a smaller white, sans-serif font. The overall composition is clean and professional, with a strong patriotic theme due to the flag elements and a clear call to action with the website. The lighting is consistent and even, ensuring all elements are clearly visible.
