US Mint Unveils Special 9/11 Half-Dollar Coin on 25th Anniversary
The U.S. Mint unveiled the Semiquincentennial Enduring Liberty Half Dollar this week, releasing the limited-edition coin in honor of the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
TL;DR
- The U.S. Mint released a limited-edition Semiquincentennial Enduring Liberty Half Dollar to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
- 2,983 coins were presented to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, symbolizing each victim of the 9/11 attacks and the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.
- The coin features the date '9-11-01' surrounded by the words 'ALWAYS REMEMBER.'
- U.S. Mint Director Paul Hollis stated the coin is a representation of national strength and a reminder for younger generations.
- The coins are available for public preorder on the Mint's website until Sept. 25, with shipping expected to begin Dec. 3.
- A 20-coin roll costs $40, and a 100-coin bag is $100.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent affirmed the promise to never forget the victims and their families.
- This is not the first time the Mint has issued items for the 9/11 attacks, with a September 11 National Medal released for the 10th anniversary.