In God We Trust

A surprising number of ye socks have been circulating a protest email lately, claiming the new presidential dollar series issued by the US Mint is doing away with the familiar "In God We Trust."

This is FALSE!

I have been collecting coins for many years, including this new series. In fact, I'm looking at one right now and can tell you "In God We Trust" still appears on the coin, just not on the front or back face.

The new coins have "In God We Trust" (along with E PLURIBUS UNUM) stamped into their edges!

When you really think about it, this is a better place to put a message that you want to stand the test of time.

Look at any coin that's been in circulation for any length of time, and you'll see the images, dates, etc., are worn down.

But, something that is stamped in to a coin (rather than appearing as raised lettering) will last much longer.

So, if you want to refuse these beautiful new dollars in circulation, that is your right. But, please don't be deceived into using the "In God We Trust" reason. It's just not true!