US Mint Ends Penny Production as 1-Cent Coin Is Canceled
TL;DR Summary
The US Mint in Philadelphia has ceased production of the penny, citing cost inefficiencies and the coin's decreasing relevance, with the final coins struck and auctioned off, marking the end of a 200-year tradition despite nostalgic and practical concerns.
Reading Insights
Total Reads
0
Unique Readers
2
Time Saved
3 min
vs 3 min read
Condensed
93%
573 → 39 words
Want the full story? Read the original article
Read on WTOP