"PHILADELPHIA -- The United States Mint has started circulating the first of several new coins commemorating America's 250th birthday year. The Mayflower Compact Quarter was released on Monday. The coin features two pilgrims under a banner that reads E Pluribus Unum, which means "Out of many, one." Four other upcoming new quarters will be minted in Philadelphia. They will each feature designs representing America's history, including the Revolutionary War, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address."
"They will each feature designs representing America's history, including the Revolutionary War, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. A nickel featuring Thomas Jefferson is also being released into circulation, along with a collectible Liberty half dollar and a dated penny. All of the coins will be available ahead of America's 250th celebration on July 4. For more information on the Semiquincentennial coins, visit USMint.gov. Copyright © 2026 KABC Television, LLC. All rights reserved."
PHILADELPHIA -- The United States Mint began circulating the first of several coins commemorating America's 250th birthday year. The Mayflower Compact Quarter was released on Monday and depicts two pilgrims beneath a banner inscribed E Pluribus Unum, meaning "Out of many, one." Four additional quarters will be minted in Philadelphia featuring designs tied to the Revolutionary War, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. A nickel featuring Thomas Jefferson, a collectible Liberty half dollar, and a dated penny will also enter circulation. All pieces will be available before the Semiquincentennial on July 4. More information is available at USMint.gov.
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