Cryptocurrency Q&A What does "no mint mark" mean?

What does "no mint mark" mean?

Andrea Andrea Wed Nov 20 2024 | 6 answers 1316
I have a coin without any mint mark on it. I want to understand what 'no mint mark' signifies and how it affects the value or rarity of the coin. What does "no mint mark" mean?

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Elena Elena Fri Nov 22 2024
From 1965 to 1967, mint marks were absent from circulating coins.

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Leonardo Leonardo Fri Nov 22 2024
This absence was a direct result of the Coinage Act of 1961.

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CharmedClouds CharmedClouds Thu Nov 21 2024
The primary objective of this act was to discourage coin collecting.

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SumoMight SumoMight Thu Nov 21 2024
During this period, the United States Mint was focused on fulfilling the nation's coinage demands.

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Caterina Caterina Thu Nov 21 2024
To ensure the smooth distribution of coins, the Mint decided to eliminate mint marks.

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