Springfield News-Sun: Penny Lane in New Carlisle is an art gallery, cafe
Penny Lane Art Gallery & Café in New Carlisle is under new ownership after the previous owners decided it was time to pass the business along to continue its growth. “We’ve been wanting to sell for a ...
Two Dayton area coffee shops are offering an experience for their customers as they add new flavor combinations to their menus this summer. Cafe 19 in Englewood and Penny Lane Art Gallery & Cafe in ...
John and Stephanie Jones owned Penny Lane Publishing Company in Park Layne. Their retail business focused on representing artists’ one-of-a-kind paintings throughout the U.S.A. In early 2012 they ...
The penny was one of the first coins made by the U.S. Mint after its establishment in 1792. The design on the first penny was of a woman with flowing hair symbolizing liberty. The coin was larger and made of pure copper, while today’s smaller coin is made of copper and zinc. Liberty stayed on the penny for more than 60 years.
Circulating coins are produced by the United States Mint for everyday transactions. They are also included in the United States Mint’s annual coin sets, which are the staple of coin collecting. The nickel, dime, and quarter are today's circulating denominations. As of 2025, pennies are no longer produced for circulation but can be found in collectible sets.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the penny, which ceased to be minted for circulation in 2025.
The penny was one of the first coins made by the U.S. Mint after its establishment in 1792. Today, it is made from copper-plated zinc and features President Lincoln on the obverse and the Union Shield on the reverse. The one-cent coin is made exclusively for collectible sets. Learn more.