The United States Mint has announced that subscriptions are now open for its new Comic Art Coin & Medal Program, launching with a design featuring Superman – one of America’s most iconic and enduring Super Heroes.
The multi-year program, created in partnership with DC Comics, will showcase three characters annually over three years, for a total of nine designs. Alongside Superman, the first-year lineup will include Batman (see Batman recommended designs) and Wonder Woman (see Wonder Woman recommended designs).
Each honored Super Hero will be featured on three precious metal products: a 1-ounce silver medal, a 2.5-ounce silver medal, and a half-ounce 24k gold coin. Clad editions are planned to follow. The Superman coin and medals share original artwork by Mint Chief Engraver Joseph Menna and Medallic Artist Joseph V. Noorigian, depicting the Man of Steel in a bold, stylized design.
Of the products, only the 1-ounce silver medal – struck in 99.9% fine silver – is available by subscription. It is priced at $135.00, with a household order limit of five. Designs for the Superman collectibles were unveiled earlier this year, and the Mint conducted a ceremonial striking of the first medal on April 22. Pre-sales begin July 24, with shipments expected in early fall.
Subscriptions at the U.S. Mint function much like magazine subscriptions. Once enrolled, customers automatically receive the next product released in their selected series – typically showcasing medals, coins, sets, or other collectibles – and continue to receive future issues until canceled. Subscriptions can be managed at any time through a Mint account. Subscribers are billed when the product ships, and shipping is free.
Collectors can enroll in the Comic Art Coin & Medal Program directly from the Mint’s subscription page.
