New Coin Commemorating 9/11 Anniversary Being Released by US Mint—Photo
Summary
The U.S. Mint is releasing a special half dollar coin to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. The coin features symbols like the Statue of Liberty and the words "NEVER FORGET," and aims to honor victims while educating younger generations about the attacks.Key Facts
- The coin is called the 2026 Semiquincentennial Enduring Liberty Half Dollar.
- It shows the date "9-11-01" surrounded by "NEVER FORGET."
- It honors those who died in both the 2001 attacks and the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.
- The front shows the Statue of Liberty and inscriptions like "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "1776 ~ 2026."
- The back shows Liberty passing a torch to a new generation and the phrase "KNOWLEDGE IS THE ONLY GUARDIAN OF TRUE LIBERTY."
- Coins are made at the Philadelphia Mint and sold in rolls of 20 for $40 and bags of 100 for $100.
- Preorders started on Thursday and end September 25; shipping begins December 3.
- A recent survey found that many Americans believe younger people do not fully understand the events of 9/11.
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