This 2002 Louisiana Quarter features the state bird...the pelican, and the outline of the Louisiana Purchase territory, along with the inscription "Louisiana Purchase." Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from Napoleon in 1803 for $15 million. Often called "greatest real estate deal in history" ,the Louisiana Purchase added thirteen new states to the Union, nearly doubling its size and making the US one of the largest countries in the world. I complete the cut out with a very thick and sturdy Sterling Bail and finish it with a Base Metal Snake Key Chain & Ring. It is also available with or without "Louisiana" cut-out across the top.