Thursday, December 27, 2007
Mint Reveals 2008 Presidential $1 Coin Designs
U.S. Mint Reveals What the New 2008 Presidential $1 Coins Will Look Like
WASHINGTON - Jingling in your pockets in 2008 will be Presidential Dollar Coins bearing the images of James Monroe, John Quincy Adams, Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren-the fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth Presidents of the United States. The United States Mint released photographs of the four coins today.
The United States Mint will be putting a new Presidential Dollar Coin into circulation every three months in 2008 beginning with the James Monroe Presidential Dollar Coin on February 14. The John Quincy Adams Presidential Dollar Coin will follow May 15. Then look for the Andrew Jackson Presidential Dollar Coin on August 14 and the Martin Van Buren Presidential Dollar Coin on November 13.
"We hope the next four Presidential Dollar Coins will not only jingle in pockets but be spent as well," said United States Mint Director Ed Moy. "These coins are convenient. Each Presidential Dollar Coin weighs less than four quarters, and they're especially useful for vending machines and mass transit."
The United States Mint is launching a business-to-business pilot program in metropolitan Washington, D.C., to increase the use of Presidential Dollar Coins and to stimulate business and bank customer demand nationwide.
WASHINGTON - Jingling in your pockets in 2008 will be Presidential Dollar Coins bearing the images of James Monroe, John Quincy Adams, Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren-the fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth Presidents of the United States. The United States Mint released photographs of the four coins today.
The United States Mint will be putting a new Presidential Dollar Coin into circulation every three months in 2008 beginning with the James Monroe Presidential Dollar Coin on February 14. The John Quincy Adams Presidential Dollar Coin will follow May 15. Then look for the Andrew Jackson Presidential Dollar Coin on August 14 and the Martin Van Buren Presidential Dollar Coin on November 13.
"We hope the next four Presidential Dollar Coins will not only jingle in pockets but be spent as well," said United States Mint Director Ed Moy. "These coins are convenient. Each Presidential Dollar Coin weighs less than four quarters, and they're especially useful for vending machines and mass transit."
The United States Mint is launching a business-to-business pilot program in metropolitan Washington, D.C., to increase the use of Presidential Dollar Coins and to stimulate business and bank customer demand nationwide.
Labels: Presidential-Dollars
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Madison Presidential Dollar Coin
James Madison Forth Coin in The Presidential Dollar Series.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Nation may exchange dollar bills next Thursday, November 15 at banks and financial institutions for shiny new Presidential $1 Coins honoring James Madison. President Madison was the fourth U.S. President, and this will be the Nation's fourth Presidential $1 Coin.
Known as the Father of the Constitution, Madison was renowned for his acumen, and he was the Constitution's leading advocate for 50 years. Madison wrote in 1829, "The happy union of these States is a wonder: their Constitution a miracle: their example the hope of Liberty throughout the World."
"James Madison was a brilliant President, and his contributions to our young country should not be underestimated," said United States Mint Director Ed Moy. "As Americans spend these new James Madison $1 Coins, I hope they'll think about the man who fought so hard for the document that is the foundation of our law and democracy."
The design of the James Madison $1 Coin, like all of the Presidential $1 Coins, was created to be bold and dramatic. Edge-lettering also draws attention to the inscriptions "E Pluribus Unum" and "In God We Trust," as well as the date and the mint mark, distinguishing Presidential $1 Coins from all other coins in circulation today.
The obverse (heads side) of the James Madison $1 Coin was designed by Joel Iskowitz, a United States Mint Artistic Infusion Master Designer from Woodstock, NY and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart. The reverse (tails side) on all the Presidential $1 Coins is a magnificent image of the Statue of Liberty, designed and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Nation may exchange dollar bills next Thursday, November 15 at banks and financial institutions for shiny new Presidential $1 Coins honoring James Madison. President Madison was the fourth U.S. President, and this will be the Nation's fourth Presidential $1 Coin.
Known as the Father of the Constitution, Madison was renowned for his acumen, and he was the Constitution's leading advocate for 50 years. Madison wrote in 1829, "The happy union of these States is a wonder: their Constitution a miracle: their example the hope of Liberty throughout the World."
"James Madison was a brilliant President, and his contributions to our young country should not be underestimated," said United States Mint Director Ed Moy. "As Americans spend these new James Madison $1 Coins, I hope they'll think about the man who fought so hard for the document that is the foundation of our law and democracy."
The design of the James Madison $1 Coin, like all of the Presidential $1 Coins, was created to be bold and dramatic. Edge-lettering also draws attention to the inscriptions "E Pluribus Unum" and "In God We Trust," as well as the date and the mint mark, distinguishing Presidential $1 Coins from all other coins in circulation today.
The obverse (heads side) of the James Madison $1 Coin was designed by Joel Iskowitz, a United States Mint Artistic Infusion Master Designer from Woodstock, NY and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart. The reverse (tails side) on all the Presidential $1 Coins is a magnificent image of the Statue of Liberty, designed and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart.
Labels: Presidential-Dollars
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Jefferson Presidential Dollar Coin
Thomas Jefferson is The Third Coin in The Presidential Dollar series.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Thomas Jefferson $1 Coin is the third coin in the series, because Thomas Jefferson was the Nation's third President. But a survey released this week by the United States Mint found that only 30% of Americans know that fact. According to the Presidential $1 Coin Survey, only seven percent of Americans can name the Nation’s first four Presidents in order: George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
"That’s what’s great about the Presidential $1 Coin Program," said United States Mint Director Ed Moy. "These dramatic new Presidential $1 Coins provide a perfect opportunity for Americans to learn more about our Presidents and the critical roles they played in some of our Nation’s historic milestones."
The United States Mint inaugurated the Presidential $1 Coin series with the George Washington Presidential $1 Coin on February 15, 2007 in time for Presidents Day Weekend. The John Adams Presidential $1 Coin followed in May. The James Madison Presidential $1 Coin will be introduced on November 15, 2007.
The design of the Thomas Jefferson $1 Coin, like all of the Presidential $1 Coins, was created to be bold and dramatic. Edge-lettering also draws attention to the inscriptions "E Pluribus Unum" and "In God We Trust," as well as the date and the mint mark, distinguishing Presidential $1 Coins from all other coins in circulation today.
The obverse (heads side) of the Thomas Jefferson Presidential $1 Coin was designed and sculpted by Joe Menna, a United States Mint Medallic Artist. The reverse (tails side) on all the Presidential $1 Coins is a magnificent image of the Statue of Liberty, designed and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart.
The new Presidential $1 Coins are identical in color and size to the Golden Dollar featuring Sacagawea, and have the same distinctive rim and tactile features to assist the visually impaired. The obverse (heads side) of each coin will feature an image of a former President and the years of his term of office. The reverse (tails side) displays an image of the Statue of Liberty and the inscriptions "United States of America" and "$1."
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Thomas Jefferson $1 Coin is the third coin in the series, because Thomas Jefferson was the Nation's third President. But a survey released this week by the United States Mint found that only 30% of Americans know that fact. According to the Presidential $1 Coin Survey, only seven percent of Americans can name the Nation’s first four Presidents in order: George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
"That’s what’s great about the Presidential $1 Coin Program," said United States Mint Director Ed Moy. "These dramatic new Presidential $1 Coins provide a perfect opportunity for Americans to learn more about our Presidents and the critical roles they played in some of our Nation’s historic milestones."
The United States Mint inaugurated the Presidential $1 Coin series with the George Washington Presidential $1 Coin on February 15, 2007 in time for Presidents Day Weekend. The John Adams Presidential $1 Coin followed in May. The James Madison Presidential $1 Coin will be introduced on November 15, 2007.
The design of the Thomas Jefferson $1 Coin, like all of the Presidential $1 Coins, was created to be bold and dramatic. Edge-lettering also draws attention to the inscriptions "E Pluribus Unum" and "In God We Trust," as well as the date and the mint mark, distinguishing Presidential $1 Coins from all other coins in circulation today.
The obverse (heads side) of the Thomas Jefferson Presidential $1 Coin was designed and sculpted by Joe Menna, a United States Mint Medallic Artist. The reverse (tails side) on all the Presidential $1 Coins is a magnificent image of the Statue of Liberty, designed and sculpted by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart.
The new Presidential $1 Coins are identical in color and size to the Golden Dollar featuring Sacagawea, and have the same distinctive rim and tactile features to assist the visually impaired. The obverse (heads side) of each coin will feature an image of a former President and the years of his term of office. The reverse (tails side) displays an image of the Statue of Liberty and the inscriptions "United States of America" and "$1."
Labels: Presidential-Dollars
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Adams Presidential Dollar Coin
First U.S. Coin Featuring President John Adams Heads Into Circulation Today
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Millions of new John Adams Presidential $1 Coins are heading to the Nation's banks and financial institutions. It is the first time the United States has featured President Adams on a coin. The United States Mint is marking the occasion with a ceremonial launch and coin exchange in John Adams' birthplace of Quincy, Massachusetts, on Tuesday, May 22.
"John Adams was a great patriot who helped draft the Declaration of Independence and served as Vice President and then President of our Nation in its early days," said Director Edmund C. Moy. "This new coin provides the opportunity to learn more about our second President and his fascinating life. With the John Adams Presidential $1 Coin, like the George Washington Presidential $1 Coin before it, Americans are discovering that using a dollar coin is more convenient in many transactions."
John Adams was the second President of the United States, and the coin commemorating John Adams is the second of the Presidential $1 Coin series, now in circulation. The United States Mint inaugurated the Presidential $1 Coin series in New York with the George Washington Presidential $1 Coin on February 15, 2007, in time for Presidents Day.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Millions of new John Adams Presidential $1 Coins are heading to the Nation's banks and financial institutions. It is the first time the United States has featured President Adams on a coin. The United States Mint is marking the occasion with a ceremonial launch and coin exchange in John Adams' birthplace of Quincy, Massachusetts, on Tuesday, May 22.
"John Adams was a great patriot who helped draft the Declaration of Independence and served as Vice President and then President of our Nation in its early days," said Director Edmund C. Moy. "This new coin provides the opportunity to learn more about our second President and his fascinating life. With the John Adams Presidential $1 Coin, like the George Washington Presidential $1 Coin before it, Americans are discovering that using a dollar coin is more convenient in many transactions."
John Adams was the second President of the United States, and the coin commemorating John Adams is the second of the Presidential $1 Coin series, now in circulation. The United States Mint inaugurated the Presidential $1 Coin series in New York with the George Washington Presidential $1 Coin on February 15, 2007, in time for Presidents Day.
Labels: Presidential-Dollars
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
George Washington Dollar Coin Error
Statement from the U.S. Mint
The Mint has struck more than 300 million George Washington Presidential $1 Coins. Some of these coins left the Philadelphia Mint without the edge-lettering. It is unknown how many of these coins without inscriptions on the edge have been placed into circulation.
The Mint has struck more than 300 million George Washington Presidential $1 Coins. Some of these coins left the Philadelphia Mint without the edge-lettering. It is unknown how many of these coins without inscriptions on the edge have been placed into circulation.
Labels: Presidential-Dollars
Thursday, February 15, 2007
First Presidential Dollar Coin
George Washington First in Presidential $1 Coin Series
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The United States Mint today released into circulation the new George Washington $1 Coin, the first in a series of $1 coins honoring former United States Presidents.
Modeled after the United States Mint’s successful 50 State Quarters Program, the Presidential $1 Coin Program will feature systematically rotating designs of former United States Presidents. The George Washington $1 Coin marks the first of four Presidential $1 Coins to be released this year, with John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison to roll out later in 2007.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The United States Mint today released into circulation the new George Washington $1 Coin, the first in a series of $1 coins honoring former United States Presidents.
Modeled after the United States Mint’s successful 50 State Quarters Program, the Presidential $1 Coin Program will feature systematically rotating designs of former United States Presidents. The George Washington $1 Coin marks the first of four Presidential $1 Coins to be released this year, with John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison to roll out later in 2007.
Labels: Presidential-Dollars
