Trump’s Image Introduced on US Currency as $1 Coins Sell Out Rapidly
A new $1 coin featuring Donald Trump’s portrait was launched by the U.S. Mint on Wednesday to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. The coin displays Trump’s image on one side and the Great Seal of the United States on the other. While the coins are legal tender, their release has sparked controversy due to federal laws that generally prohibit the depiction of living presidents on U.S. currency. However, exceptions exist for special coins authorized by the Treasury Secretary.
The design includes Trump’s likeness along with the inscriptions “IN GOD WE TRUST” and “LIBERTY,” while the reverse side showcases the Great Seal, featuring a bald eagle. The coin’s design received approval from the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose members were appointed by Trump. The Mint stated that the coins were struck to honor “250 years of great American heritage.”
Trump Coin Out of Stock
The coins went on sale at noon but were quickly sold out by the afternoon. A roll of 25 coins was priced at $61, while a bag of 100 coins cost $154.50. The Mint’s website indicated that additional inventory is being produced, as the 100-coin bag was listed as unavailable shortly after the launch. By 12:30 PM, website visitors faced a waiting area with an estimated wait time of one hour. Purchases were limited to two per household until 2 PM on Thursday, with a ten-minute window to complete orders.
The Mint also noted that some special-issue coins were randomly included in the rolls and bags. Among these, 250,000 coins feature a special “July 4th” privy mark, as they were struck on Independence Day. Although the coin has a gold appearance, it is made from a blend of copper, zinc, manganese, and nickel. A portion of the proceeds from commemorative coins supports community-benefiting organizations and projects.
Special Law for Trump’s Portrait
Trump’s image on the coin comes despite existing U.S. laws that prohibit the depiction of a sitting or living former president on currency. In preparation for the 250th anniversary, Congress enacted the Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act, allowing the U.S. Treasury to mint special $1 coins for the occasion. The law specifies that no living person’s portrait may appear on the reverse of designated coins, which is why Trump’s portrait is featured on the front.
The Treasury Secretary has the authority to approve the minting of special coins under certain conditions. The last time a living president appeared on a U.S. coin was in 1926, when Calvin Coolidge was featured on a half dollar for the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The coin is part of broader branding efforts associated with Trump’s second term, which have faced legal challenges.
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