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Articles on May 16th, 2008

John Quincy Adams Presidential $1 Dollar Coins Launched into Circulation by United States Mint

John Quincy Adam portrait and coinsThe United States Mint launched John Quincy Adam $1 coins into circulation yesterday, May 15. The dollar coin marks the sixth released since the Presidential $1 Coin Program began in 2007, and the second for this year.

United States Mint Acting Deputy Director Dan Shaver commented,

 

"$1 coins are great for use in everyday transactions, and the John Quincy Adams Presidential $1 Coin is also an educational tool. As Americans use the coin in commerce, we hope it prompts them to learn about this President’s contributions to our great Nation.”

 

John Quincy Adam’s life was one of distinction and commitment to public service.

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Counterfeit Banknote Ring Caught in Southern California

Video of counterfeit bills made in Lawndale, CaliforniaFive people were arrested in Southern California earlier this week for allegedly counterfeiting between $5 and $6 million in phony $20s and $100s over the past two years.

Laserjet printers were apparently used to make the money, and it all happened within a residential home in Lawndale, California.

According to an Associated Press article, those arrested in included:

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