US Mint Releases 9/11 Commemorative Half-Dollar Coins

The U.S. Mint delivered nearly 3,000 Enduring Liberty Half Dollar coins to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum on Friday. The coins carry a special 9/11 privy mark on the obverse that reads “9‑11‑01,” commemorating the victims of the 2001 and 1993 World Trade Center attacks. The presentation was part of the Mint’s ongoing effort to honor the tragedy and preserve its memory through numismatic tribute.

Each coin is a modern issue of the Enduring Liberty series, which has been issued since 2019 to celebrate American heritage. The added privy mark is unique to this batch and serves as a discreet memorial that collectors and museum visitors can recognize. The Mint’s decision to produce a limited run of these specially marked coins underscores the significance of the 9/11 attacks in the national consciousness and the role of coinage in commemorating pivotal moments in U.S. history.

The National September 11 Memorial & Museum will display the coins alongside other artifacts that document the events of 2001 and 1993. By integrating these coins into its collection, the museum provides a tangible link between the nation’s numismatic tradition and the enduring remembrance of those who lost their lives in the attacks.