U.S. Mint can begin to produce Trump commemorative gold coin
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Key Points:
- The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts unanimously approved the final design for a 24-karat gold commemorative coin featuring President Donald Trump's image to celebrate America's 250th birthday on July 4, 2026.
- This approval allows the U.S. Mint to begin production, though the coin's size and denomination remain undecided, with considerations for a larger-than-usual coin size.
- The coin's design, approved by Trump, shows him in a stern pose on the front, with "LIBERTY," the dates 1776-2026, and "IN GOD WE TRUST," while the reverse features a bald eagle in flight.
- The issuance of a living president's image on U.S. currency is
