October 3, 2019 -
In 2006, the United States Mint released the American Buffalo Gold Coin, its first 24-karat denomination, under Public Law 109-145 (the Presidential $1 Coin Act). The American Buffalo Gold Coin’s obverse and reverse designs feature images by noted American sculptor...
June 21, 2023 -
The Mint is committed to being the employer of choice for veterans and transitioning military personnel, and offers a variety of career opportunities for them. Learn more about programs for veterans. Feds Hire Vets: U.S. Office of Personnel Management’s government-wide...
February 4, 2020 -
Alloy: A mixture of two or more metals American Numismatic Association (ANA): nonprofit educational organization that encourages the study of money throughout the world. Annealing: Heating blanks (planchets) in a furnace that softens the metal Assay: To analyze and determine...
August 8, 2023 -
Before you start collecting coins, it’s important to learn basic coin terminology, including the parts of a coin and the different finishes. In addition to the terms below, review more in the Coin Term Glossary. Parts of a Coin Obverse...
January 10, 2020 -
Coins have a rich history, making collecting a rewarding hobby. 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...
September 28, 2020 -
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) enables anyone to request United States Mint records. Currently, the United States Mint offers these online resources: The FOIA Handbook Submit an Online Request The Electronic Reading Room About FOIA FOIA established a presumption...
September 6, 2016 -
By Office of Corporate Communications May 18, 2016 A Congressional Gold Medal was presented April 13 during a ceremony in Emancipation Hall in the United States Capitol Visitor Center. The ceremony was held in honor of the 65th Infantry Regiment,...
September 7, 2016 -
By Office of Corporate Communications April 27, 2016 Hundreds of historical re-enactors and a large cadre of National Park Service (NPS) rangers converged on the grounds of Cumberland Gap National Historical Park April 9th – 11th for An American Memoir:...
April 17, 2017 -
By Office of Corporate Communications April 13, 2016 The 100th Anniversary of the National Park Service Act (public law 113-291) was signed into law December 19, 2014, directing the United States Mint to strike and issue commemorative coins honoring the...
April 17, 2017 -
By Adam M. Stump March 23, 2016 Housed on the first floor of the United States Mint at San Francisco, a line of yellow robots move with precision over a conveyer belt. Behind the clear acrylic windows, each robot has...
