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Collecting Basics
People collect coins for many reasons, including historic or artistic value, or to invest in coins for potential long-term profit. Some people are casual enthusiasts, collecting foreign coins from trips or coins found by chance, such as a “W” quarter. Get started building your collection with these helpful resources.
What's New at the Mint
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New 2025 American Eagle ProductThe 2025 American Eagle One Ounce Silver Uncirculated Coin goes on sale May 20 at noon ET. This collector version of the silver bullion coin is produced at the Mint's West Point facility in New York. Read press release.
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Congressional Gold Medal AwardedThe Women's Army Corps 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, known as the “Six Triple Eight," was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal on April 29, 2025. Read article.
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Florida American Innovation $1 CoinThe Mint will open sales for rolls and bags of the newest American Innovation $1 Coin on May 15 at noon ET. This coin honors innovation from the state of Florida and depicts the space shuttle program. Read press release.
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Crafting U.S. Coins Since 1792
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History
In April of 1792, the first national Mint was established. Learn more about the U.S. Mint’s 225+ year history as one of the federal government’s oldest agencies.
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Tours & Locations
The U.S. Mint has locations in Philadelphia; Denver; San Francisco; West Point; Fort Knox; and Washington, DC; with tours in Philadelphia and Denver.
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Production Process
As one of the largest mints in the world, the U.S. Mint uses state of the art technology to produce billions of circulating coins, bullion coins, national medals, and numismatic products each year.
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