Trump becomes first sitting US president to appear on a coin as Mint releases $1 piece
The US Mint has issued the 2026 US President Donald J. Trump $1 coin, marking the first time a serving American president has featured on a coin made for everyday use, with the Min
By Europa Express2 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CETUpdated 2 Sep 2026 · 15:00 CET
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Core Briefing: Trump becomes first sitting US president to appear on a coin as Mint releases $1 piece
Strategic Context: The US Mint has issued the 2026 US President Donald J. Trump $1 coin, marking the first time a serving American president has featured on a coin made for everyday use, with the Min
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The US Mint has issued the 2026 US President Donald J. Trump $1 coin, marking the first time a serving American president has featured on a coin made for everyday use, with the Mint saying the pieces are already in circulation and rolls and bags going on sale from midday Eastern time.