{"id":2771,"date":"2025-02-19T05:31:12","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T05:31:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/?p=2771"},"modified":"2025-02-19T05:31:13","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T05:31:13","slug":"us-mint-final-coin-platinum-proof","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/us-mint-final-coin-platinum-proof\/","title":{"rendered":"U.S. Mint Unveils Final Coin in Platinum Proof Series Honoring First Amendment Freedoms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>United States Mint<\/strong> has officially announced the release of the <strong>final coin<\/strong> in its highly anticipated <strong>First Amendment to the United States Constitution <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/us-mint-final-coin-platinum-proof\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/us-mint-final-coin-platinum-proof\/\">Platinum Proof Coin Series<\/a><\/strong>. Set to launch on <strong>February 20, 2025, at noon EST<\/strong>, this stunning piece commemorates the <strong>right to petition<\/strong>\u2014the last of the <strong>five fundamental freedoms<\/strong> enshrined in the <strong>First Amendment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#a-five-year-journey-through-freedom\">A Five-Year Journey Through Freedom<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#a-design-rooted-in-strength-and-endurance\">A Design Rooted in Strength and Endurance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#a-collectors-dream-limited-mintage-elegant-packaging\">A Collector\u2019s Dream: Limited Mintage &amp; Elegant Packaging<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#a-final-tribute-to-americas-foundational-freedoms\">A Final Tribute to America\u2019s Foundational Freedoms<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With only <strong>9,000 coins available<\/strong>, collectors and enthusiasts are eager to secure a piece of <strong>American history in platinum<\/strong>. Orders will be <strong>limited to three per household<\/strong> for the first 24 hours, ensuring a fair opportunity for numismatists nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-five-year-journey-through-freedom\"><strong>A Five-Year Journey Through Freedom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since its inception in <strong>2021<\/strong>, the <strong>First Amendment Platinum Proof Coin Series<\/strong> has beautifully illustrated the <strong>growth of liberty in America<\/strong> using the <strong>metaphor of an oak tree<\/strong>. Much like our nation&#8217;s freedoms, the oak begins as a small seed and grows into a mighty, enduring force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each year, the <strong>U.S. Mint<\/strong> releases a coin celebrating one of the <strong>five freedoms<\/strong> guaranteed by the <strong>First Amendment<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2705 <strong>2021 \u2013 Freedom of Religion<\/strong><br>\u2705 <strong>2022 \u2013 Freedom of Speech<\/strong><br>\u2705 <strong>2023 \u2013 Freedom of the Press<\/strong><br>\u2705 <strong>2024 \u2013 Right to Assemble<\/strong><br>\u2705 <strong>2025 \u2013 Right to Petition (Final Release!)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this <strong>final installment<\/strong>, the series comes to a <strong>historic close<\/strong>, marking a <strong>celebration of democracy, resilience, and the power of civic engagement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/this-rare-penny-could-be-worth-2-3-million\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2000\">This Rare Penny Could Be Worth $2.3 Million: Unlock Hidden Treasures<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/check-your-coins-mark-could-make-millionaire\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2582\">Check Your Coins! This Inscription or Mark Could Make You a Millionaire<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/hidden-treasure-rare-penny-could-fetch-840000\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1939\">Hidden Treasure: Rare Penny Could Fetch $840,000 \u2013 Check Your Spare Change!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/rare-bicentennial-quarter-worth-5-million\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2023\">Rare Bicentennial Quarter Worth $5 Million and Other Coins That Command Millions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/how-your-2-bill-could-be-worth-up-to-20k\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1369\">How Your $2 Bill Could Be Worth Up to $20,000: Hidden Treasures<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-design-rooted-in-strength-and-endurance\"><strong>A Design Rooted in Strength and Endurance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Obverse Design: The Mighty Oak of Petitioning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Renowned <strong>U.S. Mint Artistic Infusion Program (AIP) Designer Donna Weaver<\/strong> crafted the <strong>obverse (front) design<\/strong>, sculpted by <strong>Chief Engraver Joseph Menna<\/strong>. This masterpiece features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf33 <strong>A fully grown oak tree<\/strong>, symbolizing the <strong>endurance of liberty<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f <strong>The inscription:<\/strong> <em>&#8220;WITH THE RIGHT TO PETITION, LIBERTY ENDURES&#8221;<\/em><br>\u2696\ufe0f <strong>Additional engravings:<\/strong> <em>\u201cE PLURIBUS UNUM,\u201d \u201cIN GOD WE TRUST,\u201d and \u201c2025\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Much like the <strong>right to petition the government<\/strong>, an oak tree stands firm against adversity, embodying the strength of <strong>public advocacy and democratic engagement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reverse Design: The Eagle in Flight<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>reverse (back) design<\/strong>, crafted by <strong>AIP Designer Patricia Lucas-Morris<\/strong> and sculpted by <strong>former U.S. Mint Lead Sculptor Don Everhart<\/strong>, remains <strong>consistent throughout the series<\/strong>. It showcases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83e\udd85 <strong>A soaring eagle<\/strong>\u2014a timeless symbol of <strong>freedom and strength<\/strong><br>\ud83c\udf3f <strong>An olive branch in its talons<\/strong>, representing <strong>peaceful advocacy<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc8e <strong>Engravings including<\/strong>: <em>&#8220;UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,&#8221; &#8220;$100,&#8221; &#8220;1 OZ.,&#8221; and &#8220;.9995 PLATINUM&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-collectors-dream-limited-mintage-elegant-packaging\"><strong>A Collector\u2019s Dream: Limited Mintage &amp; Elegant Packaging<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each <strong>one-ounce platinum coin<\/strong> is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2705 <strong>Encapsulated<\/strong> for protection<br>\u2705 <strong>Housed in a sleek clamshell presentation box<\/strong><br>\u2705 <strong>Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity<\/strong> featuring the obverse image<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with all <strong>precious metal Mint products<\/strong>, the price of this coin will follow the official <strong>Pricing of Numismatic Gold, Commemorative Gold, Platinum, and Palladium Products table<\/strong>. <strong>Click here<\/strong> for up-to-date pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a-final-tribute-to-americas-foundational-freedoms\"><strong>A Final Tribute to America\u2019s Foundational Freedoms<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This final release is more than just a collector\u2019s item\u2014it&#8217;s a <strong>testament to the power of civic engagement and the enduring strength of American democracy<\/strong>. With only <strong>9,000 coins available<\/strong>, this <strong>platinum-proof coin<\/strong> is a <strong>must-have<\/strong> for serious collectors, history buffs, and advocates of freedom alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>Mark your calendar for February 20, 2025!<\/strong> Will you be among the few to own this <strong>historic symbol of liberty?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The United States Mint has officially announced the release of the final coin in its highly anticipated First Amendment to the United States Constitution Platinum Proof Coin Series. Set to launch on February 20, 2025, at noon EST, this stunning piece commemorates the right to petition\u2014the last of the five fundamental freedoms enshrined in the&nbsp;<a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/us-mint-final-coin-platinum-proof\/\">Continue reading<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2773,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2771","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2771","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2771"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2771\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2774,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2771\/revisions\/2774"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2773"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2771"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2771"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.soscip.org\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2771"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}