Farewell to the penny as the U.S. halts production of the historic one-cent coin after over two hundred years in circulation
End of the Penny Era After over 230 years, the United States has officially ceased minting the penny, a coin that has been in circulation since 1787. The final penny was produced in Philadelphia, signaling the close of a significant chapter. Even though pennies are no longer being minted, billions of them are still out […]
Burger Kings collecting pennies as the US eliminates one-cent coins
Burger King and Other Chains Adjust to Penny Phase-Out Burger King is among several businesses looking to phase out pennies nationwide. Fast food restaurants have been stockpiling coins since earlier this year when President Trump ordered the Treasury Department to halt penny production. Businessman Gary Andrzejski, who runs a Burger King in Baltimore, mentioned he […]