- Penny - United States Mint
Learn more about the Lincoln penny, the U S 's one-cent circulating coin The "Union Shield" reverse was first issued in 2010
- Penny FAQs - United States Mint
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the penny, which ceased to be minted for circulation in 2025
- Coin Specifications - United States Mint
The penny, dime, quarter, half dollar, and dollar are clad coins Clad coins have an inner core of metal surrounded by an outer layer of a different metal The Mint makes clad coins with an inner core of copper The nickel is the only circulating coin that isn’t clad
- Circulating Coins - United States Mint
Circulating coins are produced by the United States Mint for everyday transactions Circulating coins are also included in the United States Mint’s annual coin sets, which are the staple of coin collecting The nickel, dime, and quarter are the most circulated denominations today
- United States Mint Hosts Historic Ceremonial Strike for Final . . .
PHILADELPHIA, Nov 12, 2025 — The United States Mint (Mint) hosted a ceremonial strike event today at its Philadelphia facility where United States Treasurer Brandon Beach struck the final, circulating one-cent coin (penny)
- Coins - Penny - United States Mint
Shop the US Mint selection of coins including gold, silver, platinum, program coins, annual and proof sets, commemorative and uncirculated coins
- Proof Sets - Penny - United States Mint
Explore the United States Mint's proof sets featuring high-quality Lincoln pennies and other coins with exceptional finishes, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts
- History of U. S. Circulating Coins
The story of U S circulating coins began long before the opening of a national mint in 1792 Before national coinage, a mix of foreign and domestic coins circulated, both during the Colonial Period and in the years following the Revolutionary War After Congress established the U S Mint in 1792, the Mint struggled for many years to produce enough coins Finally, production numbers grew to
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