I'm curious about the letters on coins. What do they represent or stand for? Are they just random markings or do they have a specific meaning or historical significance?
7 answers
Martina
Tue Oct 29 2024
Each letter corresponds to one of the four operating US Mints.
KimonoGlory
Tue Oct 29 2024
The United States currently utilizes four mint marks on its coinage.
Daniela
Tue Oct 29 2024
These mint marks are P, D, S, and W.
Elena
Mon Oct 28 2024
The West Point Mint is represented by the letter W.
Valentino
Mon Oct 28 2024
The letter P represents the Philadelphia Mint.