A federal panel made up of presidential appointees has approved plans for a commemorative gold coin featuring Donald Trump, as part of preparations marking the United States’ 250th anniversary in 2026. The decision was taken by the Commission of Fine Arts, which voted in favour of a 24-carat coin design showing the sitting president in the Oval Office. The design includes the dates “1776” and “2026”, referencing the country’s founding and upcoming semiquincentennial.

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U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach described the proposal as a “beautiful commemorative gold coin”, saying it reflects the “enduring spirit” of the nation.

Panel backs presidential design

He added that featuring the current president on the coin was appropriate, calling Trump’s image “emblematic” for the milestone celebration.

However, the proposal still requires final approval from the Treasury Department, led by Scott Bessent, which will consider input from both the Commission of Fine Arts and the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC).

Disagreement among advisory bodies

The process has not been without controversy. According to officials, the CCAC declined to review the proposed designs despite being given multiple opportunities by the U.S. Mint.

Beach said this meant the Mint had fulfilled its legal obligation to consult the committee, noting that its role is advisory and that the Treasury secretary retains final authority over design decisions.

Previous reporting indicated that some members of the CCAC had opposed the idea of featuring Trump on a commemorative coin.

Separate from circulating coin plans

The commemorative gold coin is distinct from a separate initiative authorised under the Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020, which allows for the minting of $1 coins during 2026 to mark the anniversary.

Officials said earlier draft designs for those circulating coins also included Trump’s likeness, though that project remains under review.

Broader anniversary plans

The coin proposal comes as part of wider efforts to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Trump has previously made light-hearted remarks suggesting he would like to be credited with organising the milestone.

He has also been linked to other initiatives tied to the anniversary, including national events and commemorative projects.

The Treasury Department has not yet confirmed when a final decision on the coin’s design will be made.

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If any President should be shown then it has to be the one that most people recognise as the first President! WASHINGTON! or else Thomas Jefferson who is given the credit for the drafting of the Declaration of independence!

This is really great news as President Trump will go down in the history books as one of the greatest Presidents of the United States. If there was room on Mt. Rushmore I would advocate President Trump's bust next to Washington. I wonder how much the coins will cost. Time to cash in my 401K and buy some coins as they will certainly appreciate over time.

12 minutes ago, Screaming said:

This is really great news as President Trump will go down in the history books as one of the greatest Presidents of the United States.

I assume that was a spoof statement and that you are takin the p!ss!

He must count (did I spell that correctly) as being the worst US President ever given his disastrous impact on the rest of the world!

I make no comment on his internal impact to the USA!

Possibly his best troll ever.

ps. For the sufferers, a thumb down or laughing emoji will do. You're irrational deep seated hate for one man driven by legacy media must be exhausting so no need to comment. Relax.

57 minutes ago, Screaming said:

This is really great news as President Trump will go down in the history books as one of the greatest Presidents of the United States. If there was room on Mt. Rushmore I would advocate President Trump's bust next to Washington. I wonder how much the coins will cost. Time to cash in my 401K and buy some coins as they will certainly appreciate over time.

Why would he put his handsome face on a small hill like Rushmore, only 1,745 m? He deserves for himself ONLY Mount McKinley 6,190.5 m, at least there is enough space to carve in the wonder-man.

3 hours ago, scottiejohn said:

What else would you expect from that crass moron?

But don't forget, he and his family will receive the license fee, for the next 100 years, for allowing his beautiful face can be used.

13 minutes ago, chercheur888 said:

But don't forget, he and his family will receive the license fee, for the next 100 years, for allowing his beautiful face can be used.

I wish it was the other end of his body which looks somewhat similar that was going to be used as It would sum up just what an @,rse of a president it is!

I hope they dust off the old convertible limousine for the parade. Now that would be the top of nostalgia for a 250 year event.

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Looking at a solar eclipse would have been more apropos......

1 hour ago, Screaming said:

This is really great news as President Trump will go down in the history books as one of the greatest Presidents of the United States. If there was room on Mt. Rushmore I would advocate President Trump's bust next to Washington. I wonder how much the coins will cost. Time to cash in my 401K and buy some coins as they will certainly appreciate over time.

I understand that plans are afoot. Not so far away is a hot spring geyser which produces significant quantities of foul smelling brown liquid. This will be piped to the bust of the Fragrant Leader, to give some real life authenticity to the image!

The flip side is a thirteen year old girl....

Presumably Carly Simon will be invited to sing at the unveiling of this coin?

Probably the actual coin, if it ever comes into existence, will be gold plated (if gold at all) over lead, or maybe even plastic. The real gold will somehow vanish into his personal possessions.

It will likely be made by the same company that made the recent Olympic coins that are falling apart and crumbling. It would be very appropriate to have a junk coin with a likeness of a junk president.

Maybe a Mardi Gras coin?

His likeness has already been applied to a Liberian dollar coin. Lib$100=55 cents

The Cult of Trump.

Has there ever been a more narcissistic leader in the history of humanity?

Next rename the USA to Trumpland.

5 minutes ago, JimHuaHin said:

The Cult of Trump.

Has there ever been a more narcissistic leader in the history of humanity?

Next rename the USA to Trumpland.

Caligula? Nero?

There should be a provision in the deal that in the image he wears a jester's cap.

They must have used AI to make him look thin.

8 hours ago, bendejo said:

Probably the actual coin, if it ever comes into existence, will be gold plated (if gold at all) over lead, or maybe even plastic. The real gold will somehow vanish into his personal possessions.

Available to order/purchase shortly, actual delivery to be confirmed - they're busy working on the phones! No worry, plough your cash into the system as soon as possible you MAGA faithful - you wouldn't want to miss this grift (sorry I meant opportunity)!

1 minute ago, JAG said:

Available to order/purchase shortly, actual delivery to be confirmed - they're busy working on the phones! No worry, plough your cash into the system as soon as possible you MAGA faithful - you wouldn't want to miss this grift (sorry I meant opportunity)

Gold coin or crypto-coin, take your pick!

One of his cabal should say to him "do you realize what a guy would pay for Melania's dirty knickers?"

1 hour ago, Roadsternut said:

Caligula? Nero?

Shhh. We don't 'The Don' thinking that he has competition. Who knows, who - or what - he might appoint next!

4 hours ago, RayC said:

Shhh. We don't 'The Don' thinking that he has competition. Who knows, who - or what - he might appoint next!

Nah, he would bomb Rome!

Given the Popes recent utterances the Vatican is probably near the top of his list anyway...

8 hours ago, Roadsternut said:

His likeness has already been applied to a Liberian dollar coin. Lib$100=55 cents

Fake news, but a good one!

Be interesting to see if it sells better than Melanoma's meme coin...

Here's the thing: It's not just about Trump is it?

There's a whole bunch of committees here peopled by dozens of over 18 year olds and their assistants who're signing off on this garbage stunt. A whole bunch of decaying and toothless institutions rammed full of career pols who care more about their mortgage than they worry about mortgaging the country's democracy. A whole 'news' industry slurping it all up and spaffing it orgasmically across the nation (and the world where they can). And at least 77 million people who thought this .... .... .... (fill in the blanks I can't be bothered any more - it's well enough known) would be a good president despite his proclivities and convictions being common knowledge.

The USA is a desperately sick country now. Trump is merely a symptom.

4 hours ago, unblocktheplanet said:

Fake news, but a good one!

Its a real commemorative coin

https://en.numista.com/470646