Philly Mint offers new Trump coins featuring a gold finish for purchase.

Gold-hued coins featuring the likeness of former President Donald Trump are now available for purchase online and at the U.S. Mint gift shop located on Independence Mall in Philadelphia. However, acquiring these coins will require more than just a single dollar bill.

Currently, the U.S. Mint is not offering single coins for individual sale. Instead, customers can purchase rolls and bags, with a roll containing 25 coins priced at and a bag of 100 coins available for 4.50. Initial buyers are limited to two orders, a cap that will be lifted after 2 p.m. on Thursday. These commemorative coins celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and are marked as legal tender.

In an intriguing twist, some early buyers may discover unique coins among their purchases. Approximately 250,000 of the Trump coins will feature a special “July 4” mark, which has been randomly placed in certain rolls and bags, enhancing the excitement of collecting.

These coins were first announced by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in July. One side of the coin showcases Trump’s face along with the inscriptions “liberty,” “In God We Trust,” and “1776 ~ 2026.” The opposite side displays the presidential seal, where “250” is inscribed on the eagle’s shield.

The production of these coins has not been without controversy. Critics have raised concerns that the coins may contravene U.S. code stipulating that only the portrait of a deceased individual can appear on U.S. currency. In response, Bessent pointed to historical precedents, notably a 1926 commemorative half-dollar featuring then-living President Calvin Coolidge.

While the coins are gold-colored, it is important to note that they are primarily composed of non-precious metals, including copper, zinc, manganese, and nickel, with no actual gold content involved in their production.

In a related context, the U.S. Mint had previously halted the production of pennies due to rising costs, which reportedly peaked at 3.69 cents for each penny produced. Philadelphia, which has the distinction of being home to the nation’s oldest mint established in 1792, remains a hub of minting activity and is recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s largest coin-making facility. Visitors are welcome to tour the facility during weekdays, providing an inside look at the minting process.

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