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Armenia puts into circulation silver coin dedicated to 350th birth anniversary of Mekhitar of Sebaste

On February 12, 2026, the Central Bank of Armenia put into circulation the “350th birth anniversary of Mekhitar of Sebaste ” silver collector coin. Mekhitar of Sebaste (1676–1749), Vardapet of the ...

Creating art for US coins is tricky. These Pa. artists have made a career of it.

The U.S. Mint’s production facility in Philadelphia employs a team of sculptors and designers who translate iconic history ...
Altoona Mirror

Pa. medallic artists create designs for US coins

If you’ve got coins in your pocket, purse, or wallet, you’re likely carrying around Pennsylvania-created art. The U.S. Mint ...

With the penny gone, should you start stocking up on nickels?

“That’s really what killed the penny, that people didn’t bring them back,” Whaples said. As for now, the penny and nickel are ...

Creating art for US coins is tricky. These Pennsylvania artists have made a career of it.

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