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Medals

The U.S. Mint produces a variety of national medals to commemorate significant historical events or sites and to honor those whose superior deeds and achievements have enriched U.S. history or the world.

The Mint makes other medals called “list medals,” produced under the secretary of the Treasury’s authority to strike national medals. They include continuing series such as Presidential Silver Medals and limited-time offerings such as the Comic Art Coin and Medal Collection.

Learn more about medals made by the United States Mint by exploring the programs below or browse our Catalog to see what's for sale.

Congressional Gold Medals

Some medals made by the Mint are bronze duplicates of Congressional Gold Medals authorized by public laws. Congress approves these gold medals and presents them to individuals, groups, or institutions for their distinguished achievements and contributions. When legislation permits, the Mint strikes bronze duplicates for sale to the public.

Congressional Gold Medal Event
Content last updated on June 04, 2026