Elon Musk’s DOGE setting its sights on the penny
The Department of Government Efficiency hinted it may be looking to eliminate the penny. Elon Musk's initiative says production of the coin is costing taxpayers millions of dollars.
Elon Musk takes on his biggest challenge yet: Getting rid of the penny
According to the U.S. Mint, the cost to produce a single penny jumped 20% during the 2024 fiscal year to 3.69 cents.
How DOGE’s Efforts May Be Unlucky for the U.S. Penny
A DOGE social media post details the cost of producing nearly valueless one cent coins, sparking speculation it may add pennies to its federal cost-cutting hit list.
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$65.4 Million US Coins Sales Lift Heritage’s FUN Numismatic Auctions Above $78 Million
Five more seven-figure coins were added to the record books, including 1927-D Saint-Gaudens at $3.84 million and 1798 Small Eagle $5 at $3 million ...
Check your change jar: There’s a Lincoln Wheat Penny valued at $2.3 million still in circulation
1926-S Lincoln Penny — $149,500 – Another Lincoln wheat penny, these are popular among collectors. If you have a mint bright ...
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New ₡500 Coin in Costa Rica: Design, Features, and Exchange Deadline
Learn about Costa Rica's new ₡500 coin commemorating the Annexation of the Nicoya Party. Discover its design, security ...
DOGE Could Make Huge Change to Cash
The use of cash has been declining in recent years, according to the Federal Reserve's 2024 report on consumer payments. Although the report doesn't specifically address penny usage, it notes that ...
From Phooti kaudi to Durmi : This is how ancient Indian currency shaped the trade
India's historical currency pieces, ranging from cowrie shells to coins like the Half Anna, Durmi, and Paisa, reflect the ...
Elon Musk’s DOGE could pinch the US penny in government efficiency bid
The official X account for DOGE, the reform department headed by billionaire Elon Musk, shared facts about penny production ...
Check twice before spending that penny: It could be worth millions
While an average penny is worth a mere one cent, others are worth millions. Here's how to check if you have one.
‘This penny just sold for…$240,000 smackaroonies’
Coin collection is big business for those who know what to look for. @huntcoinswithme recently posted a video on TikTok about ...