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Huntsville represented on new $1 coin from U.S. Mint
ByMichael Seale
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The United States Mint will open sales for rolls and bags containing the second American Innovation $1 Coin of 2024 on April 8, and Huntsville is represented on the Alabama-themed coin.
The reverse design of the coins in these products recognizes innovation from Alabama with an image of the Saturn V rocket, built at the George C. Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville.
New coin from the U.S. Mint
Introduced in 2018, the American Innovation $1 Coin Program is a multi-year series featuring distinctive reverse designs that celebrate the pioneering efforts of individuals or groups from all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories.
The Alabama American Innovation reverse design depicts the Saturn V rocket lifting off with the Moon in the background.
Inscriptions are “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “SATURN V,” and “ALABAMA.” United States Mint Medallic Artist Craig A. Campbell designed and sculpted the image.
“Alabama is a state of innovators, and the Saturn V rocket perfectly exemplifies that. It was Alabamians who helped put man on the moon, and today, we remain committed to ensuring our country is not only on the forefront of space exploration, but innovation in all areas. We are proud to now see the Saturn V rocket displayed on this coin and are honored to have Alabama and her people represented in this special, commemorative way.”
Governor Kay Ivey
How to get the new coin
American Innovation series is included in the Mint’s Product Subscription Program.
The following packaging options from the Mint’s facilities at Philadelphia and Denver will be available:
| PRODUCT CODE | PRODUCT OPTION | PRICE |
| 24GRB | 25-Roll–P | $34.50 |
| 24GRF | 25-Roll–D | $34.50 |
| 24GBB | 100-Bag–P | $117.50 |
| 24GBF | 100-Bag–D | $117.50 |
Orders are limited to 10 items of each product per household for the first 24 hours of sales.
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