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US Mint starts selling $1 coins that feature President Trump's face
foxbusiness.com • • nation
Key Points:
- The U.S. Mint began selling $1 coins featuring President Donald Trump's face starting Wednesday, with availability both for purchase and potentially in circulation.
- Despite the $1 face value, the coins are sold at a premium, with a roll of 25 coins priced at $61 and a bag of 100 coins costing $154.50.
- The coin design includes the word "LIBERTY" above Trump's likeness, the years "1776 ~ 2026" below, and the phrase "IN GOD WE TRUST" beside his image.
- These coins commemorate the Semiquincentennial, marking 250 years of American heritage, and were minted at the Philadelphia Mint with circulating finishes but have not been officially circulated.
- While legal tender, the coins are primarily intended for collectors, as indicated by their pricing and the Mint's promotional materials.
