Event Brief
Common Cents Act ends pennies; nickel metal shifts
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Summary: The U.S. House and Senate passed the Common Cents Act, which ends penny production and directs the U.S. Mint to explore new ways to make nickels. In Tampa, Coinacopia owner Stephen Howard says nickel costs have risen, affecting coin-making economics and collector prices.
WHO: Stephen Howard, owner of Coinacopia (Tampa); U.S. House and Senate; U.S. Mint
WHAT: Common Cents Act passed to end penny production and prompt changes to nickel production materials.
WHEN: Sep 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Tampa, Florida
WHY: Nickel metal costs have increased, raising the cost of producing nickels and prompting changes to coin-making materials.
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