Chapter 11: Money and Banking
"The New Dollar Coin"
Introduction
You have already learned that money can be any substance that
serves as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, and a
store of value. Historically, many products have served as
money in the United States. Although money has changed in
shape, kind, and size over the years, modern money shares
the same characteristics of early money. It is portable, durable,
divisible, and limited in availability. Our money also tends
to evolve over time. A good example is the new dollar coin
that was announced by the U.S. Mint in May of 1999 and placed
into circulation in 2000.
Destination Title: The
U.S. Mint
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Directions
Start at the U.S. Mint Dollar Coin Web site.
- Select "About the $" link to read information about the
new dollar coin and then answer the following questions.
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