United States Mint

The Act of August 13, 1935, authorized the secretary of war to transfer to the jurisdiction and control of the secretary of the Treasury portions of the property within the Fort Knox Military Reservation in Kentucky. Additionally, the secretary of the Treasury was authorized to construct a building for use as a depository and for carrying out any other functions or duties of the department. https://bit.ly/2zbqisY

In August 1911, Margaret V. Kelly was the first woman appointed second in command of the United States Mint, under the job title of "Examiner." Kelly was in a role of responsibility far above any other official position held by a woman, and drew one of the largest salaries ($3,000 a year) paid to a woman by the U.S. Government in 1911-1912. Read about other women trailblazers at the Mint at https://bit.ly/2Emu7gE.

Today, LA Mayor Karen Bass will pass the iconic Handover Medallion, designed & struck by the United States Mint, to Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo—a symbolic closure for and a warm welcome to ! The obverse design features a stylized depiction of “The Winged Victory of Samothrace” alongside the inscriptions “PARIS 2024” and “LOS ANGELES 2028” done in Art Deco and Graffiti Arts style, respectively. The reverse design depicts the Arc de Triomphe in the foreground with the Los Angeles Coliseum centered in the background, a visual representation of the games transitioning from Paris to LA. Centered above the Coliseum is the LA28 Olympic Handover emblem. bit.ly/4dh4NXp

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🇺🇸 As we get ready to cheer on , let's throw it back to the U.S. Olympic Basketball Half Dollar! Released in 1995 for the '96 Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games, the obverse features a design of three men playing basketball & the reverse features the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games Mark juxtaposed over a globe that represents the nearly 200 nations of the world that came together for the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. https://bit.ly/4fCa90S

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Back to school is around the corner!📚 Need fresh teaching ideas? Check out the latest Lessons That Make Cents🪙 to spice up your lessons with math, science, or social studies in an exciting way. https://bit.ly/3YqL13v 🎒📝

While we’re cheering on Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics, we’re reminded of American victories from the past: 88 years ago, Jesse Owens’, a Black American track and field athlete, became the first Olympian to take home four gold medals in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Learn more about the life achievements of Jesse Owens through our replica of his Congressional Gold Medal: https://bit.ly/4bFAbxc

Earlier today, the Honorable Ventris C. Gibson, Director of the United States Mint, accepted the Coin of the Year Award for the Mint's American Liberty 2023 American Liberty High Relief Gold Coin! The obverse (heads) features a bristlecone pine, thought to be one the oldest living organisms on Earth. The reverse (tails) depicts a young bald eagle standing on a rocky outcropping moments before it takes flight. https://bit.ly/3LM3Wlo

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Based on the recommendation of Major Generals Sherman and Thomas, President Andrew Johnson signed a bill on November 11, 1865, to present Dr. Mary Edwards Walker with the Medal of Honor for Meritorious Service. The medal was stripped from her (and several others) by government action from 1916 to 1917, as she was a civilian at the time of her valor. Dr. Walker spent the remainder of her life advancing the cause of women's rights. Through the efforts of her grandniece and some members of Congress, her Medal of Honor was officially restored to her by President Jimmy Carter on June 10, 1977. Learn more about Walker and at https://bit.ly/3Q5ObsY.

Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum, National Women's History Museum

Chester Arthur unexpectedly became the 21st President of the United States after the assassination of President James Garfield. He surprised both his political allies and enemies when he governed above party politics and changed the way that civil servants are appointed and promoted, which still affects our government today. You can learn more about the legacy of President Arthur and other U.S. Presidents with our Presidential Silver Medal program, releasing four new Presidents ever year! https://bit.ly/3zNdF82

Did you know... was one of the few women to succeed in the male-dominated world of salsa music? 💃🎶Her electrifying performances earned her worldwide recognition, the title “Queen of Salsa”, multiple awards, and even a⭐ on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Discover more about her and get inspired by all the 2024 honorees! https://bit.ly/4bGTmXb

Generations of coin collectors have been inspired by the beauty of Adolph Weinman’s American Eagle. Now you can hold this blend of classic American coinage and modern Minting techniques in the palm of your hand. Each of these coins was expertly crafted at the San Francisco Mint and inspected for quality control. Get yours now: https://bit.ly/3S0Jz7x

American Numismatic Association World’s Fair of Money attendees: Stop by today between 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. to register for the Director’s Raffle. Five tickets will be drawn at 1:00 p.m. today. Recipient must be present at time of drawing. More details are available at the Mint Booth.

💃🏾 Releasing into circulation today! The Celia Cruz Quarter is the 14th coin in the American Women Quarters™ Program. The reverse (tails) features a dynamic depiction of Celia Cruz flashing her dazzling smile while performing in a rumba style dress. Her signature catchphrase “¡AZÚCAR!” is inscribed on the right. Cruz was a Cuban-American singer and cultural icon. Known as “The Queen of Salsa,” she became one of the most popular Latin artists of the 20th century. She brought a vivacity to her stage performances that filled her music as well as the stage. Cruz’s numerous honors and awards include four Latin Grammy awards, a Presidential Medal of Arts, and three Grammy awards, including a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Grammy. https://bit.ly/3DhIWPc

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📣LAST CHANCE! Have you voted for your favorite DC Super Hero yet? The battle of heroes is underway! But we still need your heroic input. 💪 You only have a few DAYS left to tell us which DC 🦸‍♀️🦸 you want included in our new comic art coin and medal series. Hurry – the clock is ticking! So if you haven’t yet, take our “super” quick survey and tell us who should join , , and . The fate of this legendary series is in your hands! Rally your fellow fans and vote by August 11. Your voice matters! ✔️🗣️ https://bit.ly/3XRdcMb

Happy Birthday to the United States Coast Guard! Today, we celebrate 234 years of the Coast Guard being “Always Ready” to protect our shores, save lives, and ensure maritime safety. What better way to celebrate this great occasion by adding a Coast Guard medal to your collection, or the collection of a Coastie in your life. https://bit.ly/3S3Yuhc

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Today is ! Grab your crayons, colored pencils or markers and celebrate with our free, downloadable coloring book and coloring pages at https://www.usmint.gov/learn/kids/games/coloring-pages.

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On August 2, 1909, the Lincoln cent is issued, featuring Abraham Lincoln in profile, to honor the 100th anniversary of his birth. It is the first circulating coin to show a real person and a president of the United States. Designed by Victor David Brenner, the obverse is still in use today. The reverse design (used through 1958) features two sheaves of wheat. Learn more about the Lincoln One Cent Coin at https://bit.ly/2A1NIzD.

In April of 1864, Dr. Mary Edwards Walker had just finished helping a Confederate doctor with a surgery when she was captured by Confederate troops as a suspected spy. She was held as a prisoner of war for four months at Castle Thunder prison near Richmond, Virginia. Walker was freed in a prisoner exchange and spent the remainder of the war serving at the Louisville Women's Prison Hospital and at an orphan asylum in Clarksville, Tennessee. Walker is the 13th honoree featured in the American Women Quarters™ Program. https://bit.ly/3Q5ObsY

Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum, National Women's History Museum

On this date in 1792, the cornerstone was laid for the first U.S. Mint in . A few years later, in 1795, the first gold coins produced by the U.S. Mint at this facility, consisting of 744 half-eagles, were delivered for circulation. Read more about our history at https://www.usmint.gov/learn/history/overview.

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The Nation by the people, for the people, was founded by innovators. Americans have always been on the forefront, from the soils of our farmlands all the way to the moon. Celebrate the spirit of American ingenuity with the 2024 American Innovation $1 Coin Proof Set™. Illustrating triumphs from each state in a stunning proof finish that will last for generations. This year’s proof set features incredible innovations and innovators from Maine, Missouri, Alabama, and Illinois. Get yours now: https://bit.ly/3KyCVBd

🇺🇸 🤸🏾 USA Gymnastics women's team is going for gold! Let's take trip down memory lane to the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Silver Dollar which was released in 1995 to support the 1996 Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games and the programs of the United States Olympic Committee. The obverse features a design of a female gymnast and a male gymnast alongside the Olympic rings logo. The reverse features a silhouette outlined design of the Olympic logo and clasped hands, to symbolize the brotherhood and team spirit of the Olympic Games. https://bit.ly/4frPw7J

(Note: this coin is no longer available for purchase from the United States Mint).

One year after his appointment as the 8th Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, George T. Morgan sculpted the obverse of the 1918 Illinois Centennial Half Dollar. The coin is informally referred to as the “Lincoln Half Dollar” by some collectors. Do you have one in your collection? https://bit.ly/2Or0WQC [This coin is no longer available from the U.S. Mint.]

We can't wait to see everyone in Rosemont. Stop by Booth #235 to see our newest products and say hi to Mint leadership. We will also have education materials for students and collectors of all ages. See you soon! https://www.usmint.gov/news/upcoming-events

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🇺🇸🏊 As we cheer on USA Swimming, let’s rediscover the U.S. Olympic Swimming Half Dollar. Released in 1996 to support the 1996 Atlanta Centennial Olympic Games and the programs of the United States Olympic Committee, this commemorative coin features an obverse design of a male athlete competing in a swimming event and a reverse design of the mark of the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games. https://bit.ly/2X4HQU8 Good luck !

(Note: this coin is no longer available for purchase from the United States Mint).

Today, on National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, we salute all who served our Nation during this period by reflecting back on the 1991 Korean War Memorial Commemorative Silver Dollar Coin. Learn more about the coin at https://bit.ly/3hC1b4L. Thank you for your service. (Note: This coin is no longer available from the U.S. Mint.)

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The Honorable Ventris C. Gibson delivered keynote remarks showcasing the Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coin Program to approximately 3,000 attendees of the 52nd Quadrennial General Session of the General Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church on July 25. Afterwards, the Conference presented Director Gibson with the prestigious Quest for Freedom Award.

🇺🇸 In honor of the 2024 Olympics , let's take a trip down memory lane back to the 1995 U.S. Olympic Torch Runner Five Dollar Gold Coin! The obverse features a design of a torch runner carrying the torch to the cauldron, the Olympic Games logo, and the Atlanta skyline in the background. The reverse features a side view of the bald eagle, with a banner in its beak. https://bit.ly/3RUFC4k

(Note: this coin is no longer available for purchase from the United States Mint).