United States coins denominations include 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, and $1. <p>As of 2025, pennies are no longer produced for circulation. You can still use pennies for purchases. <a href="https://www.usmint.gov/news/media-kit/penny">Learn more about recent changes to penny production.</a></p> Learn about U.S. coins, how they are made, and their history from the U.S. Mint.

American money

The United States dollar is the official currency of the U.S. and its territories. Learn about the bills and coins that make up U.S. currency.

Paper money

American paper currency comes in seven denominations: $1, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100.

The United States no longer issues bills in larger denominations, such as $500, $1,000, $5,000, and $10,000 bills. But they are still legal tender and may still be in circulation.

The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing creates U.S. paper currency. Learn about paper money and how to recognize counterfeit currency.

U.S. coins

United States coins denominations include 1¢, 5¢, 10¢, 25¢, 50¢, and $1.

As of 2025, pennies are no longer produced for circulation. You can still use pennies for purchases. Learn more about recent changes to penny production.

Learn about U.S. coins, how they are made, and their history from the U.S. Mint.

LAST UPDATED: November 20, 2025

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