The penny costs nearly 4 cents to make. Here’s how much the U.S. spends on minting its other coins

Facing the stark reality of costing nearly four cents to produce, the U.S. penny’s future is in jeopardy. President Trump’s call to cease its production has intensified the debate over the coin’s practicality.

The penny costs nearly 4 cents to make. Here’s how much the U.S. spends on minting its other coins