Franklin Delano Roosevelt, considered by many historians and citizens as one of truly greatest U.S. Presidents, was the only President elected for four terms.
FDR died in 1945 and Congress decided to honor the late President with the Roosevelt Dime. The new coin was released for circulation on January 30, 1946, on FDR’s 64th birthday.
On one side of the dime is FDR’s portrait and on the other, olive and oak branches with a torch between, symbolizing liberty and peace.
There’s a funny anecdote behind the special coin. The designer and engraver of the dime was John R. Sinnock and his initials (“JS”) where placed on the coin. Shortly after, a wave of rumors spread through Communist fearing America; rumors that the initials of Joseph Stalin were placed on the coin by a Soviet intruder. It’s easy to understand the reason for the initials JRS that were used by the designer on the Franklin half dollars that he designed later on.
Visit Continental Mint and enjoy adding coins to this extraordinary set, each and every year.
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Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Here’s to another lovely 1 dollar coin, although short lived, we’re proud to commemorate the Eisenhower Dollar. The United States Government issued these coins from 1971 to 1978 in memory of Dwight D. Eisenhower who died only a few years before in 1969. The back side of the coin features a lovely tribute to the Apollo 11 moon expedition that happened in the same year.
The Eisenhower Dollar wasn’t very popular, mostly due to its awkwardly large size. The dollar was replaced by the Susan B. Anthony dollar in 1979 which was even less popular.
The Apollo 11 side on the other hand stayed on the dollar coins and continued to circulate until 2000 when it was replaced by the Sacagawea Dollar.
A complete 32 coin set of the short lived 1971 – 1978 BU and Proof Eisenhower Dollars is now available at www.continentalmint.com. The set is magnificently displayed in a Dansco Supreme Album. Many of the low mintage coins are increasingly difficult to find in these premium conditions so be sure to secure yourself this lovely piece of American History.
Monday, August 10, 2009
The coin had a relatively short life span, mostly because of its problematic design. With respect to the Apollo 11, there is an 11-sided rim border on both sides of the coin. Along with the dollar’s color it came to be very similar to the circulated quarter and many people where mistaking the Susan B. dollar with the 25 cents coin.
A complete 32 coin set of the short lived BU and Proof Eisenhower Dollars magnificently displayed in a Dansco Supreme Album. Many of the low mintage coins are increasingly difficult to find in these premium conditions.
At www.ContinentalMint.com you will be able to find magnificent coin sets, gold coins and silver coins and expand your coin collection. Visit www.ContinentalMint.com, browse through our large selection of coins and get yourself a special piece of our history.
Monday, August 3, 2009
The Lincoln Cent was introduced to the Americans in 1909, the 100th anniversary of Lincoln’s birth, and it is the current one cent coin of the US Dollar. The cent was designed by Victor D. Brenner and was the first circulating coin with an image of a president.
Many people wonder why Lincoln’s portrait is facing right when all other presidents on US coins face left. Well, there is no conspiracy theory here and Lincoln doesn’t face because of a law, but only because Brenner used a portrait of Lincoln that was facing right…
Before the new cents hit circulation, this is your chance to get the 1934 – 2008 Lincoln Cents collection. This is a massive coin set of 223 BU and Proof Lincoln Cents, magnificently displayed in 2 Dansco Supreme Albums. This historic US coin collection is sure to increase in popularity as we celebrate Lincoln's 200th Birthday and the Lincoln Cent's 100th Anniversary in 2009.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
The hobby of coin collecting is unlike any other hobby. It is an entertaining past time that millions of people around the world enjoy.
As passionate coin collectors, you probably know that there is a story behind each and every coin. Special coins can take you on a special tour through the past and provide you with better understanding of our history.
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- U.S. Mint Strategic Plan
making, selling, and protecting our Nation’s coinage and assets."
- U.S. Mint Strategic Plan
Engraver at the U.S. MintOur nation prides it self with beautiful coins and commemorative coins, that celebrate and honor the American people, places, events and institutions. In the United States alone there are millions of coin collectors who enjoy wonderful memory and a legacy that lasts generation through generations.
At www.ContinentalMint.com you will be able to find magnificent coin sets, gold coins and silver coins and expand your coin collection. Visit www.ContinentalMint.com, browse through our large selection of coins and get yourself a special piece of our history.
