United States Mint Launches John Tyler Presidential $1 Coin at 10th President’s Virginia Home

CHARLES CITY, Va. - The United States Mint celebrates a new $1 coin today to honor John Tyler, the 10th President of the United States. Former President Tyler's grandson, Harrison Tyler, joined United States Mint Deputy Director Andy Brunhart to celebrate the coin's release. The event took place at Sherwood Forest Plantation, the home of President Tyler. The official launch of the coin into general circulation is May 21.

"The John Tyler Presidential $1 Coin is the 10th coin issued by the United States Mint to honor those who have served in our Nation's highest office," Brunhart said. "Americans will be reminded of President Tyler's contributions each time they use the coin, and we hope that will be often. The Presidential $1 Coins are convenient to use for everyday commerce and 100 percent recyclable. They also are great teaching tools."

Brunhart and Tyler gave each child under 18 years old a new John Tyler Presidential $1 Coin to commemorate the event. There was no coin exchange at the event. However, collectors may purchase rolls of John Tyler Presidential $1 Coins beginning at . . .

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