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The U.S. Mint ended penny production after 238 years due to high costs, saving $56 million yearly.
The U.S. Mint struck its final circulating penny on November 12, 2025, ending a 238-year tradition as production costs—about 4 cents per coin—exceeded face value.
Pennies remain legal tender, but no new coins will be minted for everyday use.
The move, aimed at saving $56 million annually, prompts retailers to round cash transactions to the nearest nickel.
Collectors and historians lament the cultural loss, while the final coins were minted in a ceremonial event attended by U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach.
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La Casa de la Moneda de los Estados Unidos puso fin a la producción de centavos después de 238 años debido a los altos costos, ahorrando $ 56 millones anuales.