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Penny

Production Costs U.S. Mint Discontinuation Nickel US Mint Numismatics History Rounding Transactions 1-Cent Piece Production Cultural Significance

Hundreds Hold Mock Funeral for the Penny at the Lincoln Memorial

Organizers leaned into symbolism after the Mint’s final strike, with officials pointing to roughly $56 million in annual savings.

U.S. Mint Sets December Auction for Final Omega-Marked Pennies as Retailers Adjust

Final Penny Struck in Philadelphia, Ending U.S. Production After 232 Years