Summary
A federal arts panel has approved the design for a 24-karat gold commemorative coin featuring President Donald Trump, to celebrate the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts voted to approve the design, and the U.S. Mint will produce the coin, although its size and how many will be made are still undecided. The coin's design includes a portrait of President Trump, patriotic symbols, and acknowledges the original colonies with 13 stars.
Key Facts
- The coin is made of 24-karat gold and features President Donald Trump's image.
- It will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026.
- The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, whose members were appointed by President Trump, approved the design.
- Federal law usually prevents living presidents from appearing on coins, but the Treasury made an exception.
- The coin's front shows Trump with "LIBERTY," the years 1776–2026, and "IN GOD WE TRUST" with 13 stars.
- The reverse side features a bald eagle and phrases "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM."
- The coin's size and number of coins to be produced are yet to be decided.
- The Mint's representative indicated the coin would be made in limited quantities.
