WASHINGTON, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As part
of the United States Mint's (Mint) ongoing efforts to improve
customer satisfaction, streamline production, and reduce program
costs, the Mint will launch a new pre-order system and begin
accepting pre-orders for its 2021 commemorative coin programs on
January 28, 2021. Introductory
pricing will continue to be in effect for the first 30 days of
pre-orders. Anticipated product shipping dates are published on the
Mint's online catalog product pages.
By law, the Mint must recover all its costs associated with a
commemorative coin program before it is authorized to pay program
surcharges to the designated recipient organization. This includes
the cost of production and assembly of unsold inventory and the
costs associated with melting excess inventory after each program
has concluded.
The Mint's new pre-order system will extend and equalize the
selling periods for both commemorative coin programs while
simultaneously reducing potential surplus inventory, and is
expected to reduce product backorders and improve both the customer
experience and the likelihood that recipient organizations will
receive program surcharges. The Mint believes that its new system
will help manage commemorative coin inventory and control costs for
these programs.
Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Silver Dollar
Authorized by Public Law 116-65, the Christa McAuliffe Silver
Dollar recognizes the former social studies teacher who in 1985 was
chosen to be the first participant in the National Aeronautics and
Space Administration's Teacher in Space program. On January 28, 1986, McAuliffe and six astronauts
were tragically killed during the Space Shuttle Challenger
disaster. Surcharges in the amount of $10 for each silver dollar sold are authorized to
be paid to the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and
Technology (FIRST®) robotics program for the purpose of engaging
and inspiring young people, through mentor-based programs, to
become leaders in the fields of science, technology, engineering,
and mathematics.
National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum Commemorative
Coins
The National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum Commemorative Coin
Program will feature unique designs on a gold coin, a silver coin,
and a half dollar as authorized by Public Law 116-94. The National
Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum's mission is to honor and
commemorate the extraordinary service and sacrifice of America's
law enforcement officers and serve as a bridge between past and
present, as well as between peace officers and the public.
Surcharges in the amounts of $35 for
each $5 gold coin, $10 for each silver dollar, and $5 for each half dollar are authorized to be paid
to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, Inc., for
educational and outreach programs and exhibits.
To place your pre-order for the Christa McAuliffe Silver Dollar,
visit:
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/christa-mcauliffe-2021-proof-silver-dollar-21CH.html(product
code 21CH)
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/christa-mcauliffe-2021-uncirculated-silver-dollar-21CJ.htm
l (product code 21CJ)
To place your pre-order for the National Law Enforcement
Memorial and Museum Commemorative Coin Program, visit:
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/national-law-enforcement-memorial-and-museum-2021-proof-5-gold-coin-21CA.html
(product code 21CA)
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/national-law-enforcement-memorial-and-museum-2021-uncirculated-5-gold-coin-21CB.html
(product code 21CB)
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/national-law-enforcement-memorial-and-museum-2021-proof-silver-dollar-21CC.html
(product code 21CC)
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/national-law-enforcement-memorial-and-museum-2021-uncirculated-silver-dollar-21CD.html
(product code 21CD)
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/national-law-enforcement-memorial-and-museum-2021-proof-clad-half-dollar-21CE.htm
l (product code 21CE)
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/national-law-enforcement-memorial-and-museum-2021-uncirculated-clad-half-dollar-21CF.html
(product code 21CF)
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https://catalog.usmint.gov/national-law-enforcement-memorial-and-museum-2021-three-coin-proof-set-21CG.html
(product code 21CG)
About the United States Mint
Congress created the United States Mint in 1792, and the Mint
became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873. As the
Nation's sole manufacturer of legal tender coinage, the Mint is
responsible for producing circulating coinage for the Nation to
conduct its trade and commerce. The Mint also produces numismatic
products, including proof, uncirculated, and commemorative coins;
Congressional Gold Medals; silver and bronze medals; and silver and
gold bullion coins. Its numismatic programs are self-sustaining and
operate at no cost to taxpayers.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
- Please click here to place a pre-order for 2021 commemorative
coins.
- Visit
https://www.usmint.gov/coins/coin-medal-programs/commemorative-coins/christa-mcauliffe
for more information about the Christa McAuliffe Silver
Dollar.
- Visit
https://www.usmint.gov/learn/coin-and-medal-programs/commemorative-coins/national-law-enforcement-memorial-and-museum
for more information about the National Law Enforcement Museum
Commemorative Coin Program.
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