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U.S. Mint to Launch 3D Coins This Month
Just some notes to clarify your story. The structure of the coin was put forth by the Mint, and legislated by Congress, before Ms. McFarland won the open design competition for the common obverse (heads) side with her glove concept. The common reverse side (tails), with the baseball design, was produced by United States Mint Sculptor-Engraver Don Everhart.
https://www.usmint.gov/batterup/?action=curvedcoin
"5$ coins... another 1$ coin, and half dollar coins?!?"
Yes, but non-circulation coins
"What's the point?"
They are commemorative coins. They help raise money for public works programs, memorials, museums, monuments, and other culturally significant projects. They also showcase minting technology, art, and culture of a society.
"More wasted U.S tax dollars."
Certainly true if raising funds is considered a waste of money.
"Vending machine PROOF... again, what IS the point of this design?"
They are commemorative coins. They help raise money for public works programs, memorials, museums, monuments, and other culturally significant projects. They also showcase minting technology, art, and culture of a society.
Vending machine PROOF... again, what IS the point of this design?