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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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Superman Gets First Strike in Comic Art Coin and Medal ProgramThe United States Mint hosted members of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products at a ceremonial strike event for the Superman One Ounce Silver Medal, the first release in the Comic Art Coin and Medal Program. Read press release.
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2025 American Women Quarters Silver Proof Set™ Now AvailableThe 2025 American Women Quarters Silver Proof Set is now on sale. Honorees include Ida B. Wells, Juliette Gordon Low, Dr. Vera Rubin, Stacey Park Milbern, and Althea Gibson. Read press release.
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Michigan American Innovation® $1 Coin Products AvailableSales opened for rolls and bags containing the second American Innovation $1 Coin of 2025 on April 8. The program features distinctive reverse designs that pay homage to America’s ingenuity and celebrate the pioneering efforts of individuals or groups from across America. 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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