April 2, 1792
United States Mint/Founded
On April 2, 1792, Congress passed the Coinage Act, establishing the first national mint in the United States. Congress chose Philadelphia, what was then the nation’s capital, as the site of our first Mint.
Who is in charge of the U.S. mints?
David J. Ryder
David J. Ryder is the 39th United States Mint Director.
How many U.S. mints have there been?
There are today four United States mints: Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco, and West Point. The bullion depository at Fort Knox is also part of the Mint system.
Is the U.S. Mint privately owned?
Today, the Mint’s headquarters (a non-coin-producing facility) are in Washington D.C.. It operates mint facilities in Philadelphia, Denver, San Francisco, and West Point, New York and a bullion depository at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Originally part of the State Department, the Mint was made an independent agency in 1799.
Who was the first director of the Philadelphia Mint?
First Philadelphia Mint (1792, demolished) David Rittenhouse, an American scientist, was appointed the first director of the mint by President George Washington. Two lots were purchased by Rittenhouse on July 18, 1792, at Seventh Street and 631 Filbert Street in Philadelphia for $4,266.67.
How long does the director of the US Mint serve?
With the Act of Feb. 12, 1873, the length of term was established at five years, with no restrictions concerning reappointment. Today, the five-year term of this presidential appointment is still active. The Director serves as chief officer of the United States Mint, and operates with general directions from the Secretary of the Treasury.
Who are the leaders of the US Mint?
U.S. Mint Headquarters Leadership Office Official Deputy Director Francis O’Hearn (Acting) Chief Counsel John Schorn Chief Administrative Officer Alison Doone Associate Director, Chief Financial Offi Kristie McNally
Where was the first mint in the United States?
The Charlotte Mint was the first United States branch mint. It was located in Charlotte, North Carolina and specialized in gold coinage. Following the first documented discovery of gold in the United States, the country’s first gold mine was established in North Carolina at the Reed Gold Mine.
