Jeff Garrett published an NGC article on special coin and medal issues for the U.S. semiquincentennial. Here's an excerpt - see the complete article online.
-Editor
Starting later this year, you will probably start hearing the tongue-twisting term "Semiquincentennial" quite often. The term represents the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This landmark anniversary for the United States will be widely heralded around the world.
The year 2026 also promises to be a landmark year for numismatics, as well. The US Mint will be issuing an array of special commemorative coins to mark the occasion. One of the most interesting numismatic issues that has been announced is the first-ever "bell-shaped" coin, which is based on the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. This innovative mint product is sure to be popular with collectors seeking an interesting relic of the celebration.
The US Mint will also be issuing special "privy mark" coins noting the dates 1776-2026 on several circulating coins. The public will be encouraged to search their pocket change for these special issues. More details on these and other 2026 US Mint coins will become available as the year progresses.
Another exciting issue that has been proposed is the "Best of the Mint" collection. This may include reissues of the classic 1916 Mercury Dime, 1916 Standing Liberty Quarter, 1916 Walking Liberty Half Dollar, 1804 Draped Bust Dollar and the 1907 High Relief Double Eagle. The latter two could be amazing and very popular.
The US Mint is not the only sovereign mint that will be issuing coins for the 250th anniversary of US independence. Ironically, the British Mint has a few special coins or commemorative medals planned for the celebration. The French Mint will also be issuing coins or medals highlighting the vital role France played in the US gaining its independence. There will no doubt be an array of special commemoratives being issued by other minting authorities around the world.
Reportedly, the US Mint will keep striking one-cent coins until its supply of planchets has been depleted. This will probably happen in 2026. The US Mint discontinued placing orders for new cent planchets. Many hobby leaders had hoped the US Mint would continue to make one-cent coins for Proof sets or other special collector sets, but this has not been announced so far.
To read the complete article, see:
Jeff Garrett: Getting Ready for the 2026 Semiquincentennial
(https://www.ngccoin.com/news/article/14237/)
Wayne Homren, Editor
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