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HISTORY IN THE POCKET

How long does it take to make a coin? When did the first mint start making money? How many mints are in the United States? Uncover a wealth of information about the life and times of America's coins at the US Mint's H.I.P Pocket Change. In the Coin Clubhouse, surfers will discover fascinating historical facts via the time travel machine. By climbing aboard they travel as far back as the 1600's to find out how the mint came into being as the USA came out from under Britain's rule. Collector's Camp is another place where kids learn the latest in coin collecting tips from a full cast of characters and the quarterly "Making Cents" Newsletter. There's also a great games and activities area and an animated tour of the coin-making process. Now you'll have to start keeping the coin jar by the computer!

Sat, 24 Jun 2000 08:47:41 -0700

Submitted by: Jane Hutchinson