The United States Mint has released a stunning one-dollar coin representing the state of Texas as part of its American Innovation 2025 series . This edition celebrates the crucial role Texas has played in the development of the U.S. space program, with a design that directly honors astronauts and Mission Control.
A visual tribute to spatial innovation
The reverse of the coin features a dynamic scene: an American astronaut performing a spacewalk outside the International Space Station. This image symbolizes decades of technological, logistical, and human leadership provided by the Mission Control Center located in Houston, Texas. The design includes the inscriptions:
“UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” y "TEXAS".
Image from: US Mint
The obverse features a stylized representation of the Statue of Liberty in profile, accompanied by the legends “IN GOD WE TRUST” and “$1” , as well as a special gear-shaped mark representing industry and innovation.
Image from: US Mint
Availability and presentations
These coins are available in two presentations:
- Rolls of 25 coins
- Bags of 100 coins
They were minted at the Mint facilities in Philadelphia (P) and Denver (D).
Quantities per presentation:
- 25GRD (Denver): 9,100 units
- 25GRH (Philadelphia): 8,050 units
- 25GBD (Denver): 3,650 units
- 25GBH (Philadelphia): 3,450 units
Retail price: between $36.25 and $123.50 USD , depending on the format chosen.
Technical Specifications
Denomination: $1 USD
Composition: 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel, copper balance
Weight: 8.1 grams
Diameter: 26.49 mm (1.043 inches)
Edge: With legend (lettered edge)
Mintmark: P (Philadelphia) and D (Denver)
Privy Mark: Stylized Gear
This coin from the American Innovation 2025 series represents a masterful fusion of art, technology, and national pride. It is a must-have for both collectors and lovers of American space history. The symbolism of Texas as a center of innovation and exploration is captured in vivid detail in this fascinating numismatic edition.
https://www.usmint.gov/american-innovation-1-coin-2025-rolls-and-bags-texas-MASTER_INNOVATIONTX.html
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