Understanding Coin Designs

The video tutorial explores the imagery and inscriptions on U.S. coins, highlighting the significance of portraits on the obverse side, which typically feature past presidents like Lincoln, Jefferson, Roosevelt, and Washington. The reverse side of coins displays various symbols with historical roots, such as the union shield, torch, oak and olive branches, and the bald eagle. The tutorial also covers the mandatory inscriptions found on coins, including national mottos and the word 'Liberty'. Viewers are encouraged to examine coins closely to appreciate their artistic and historical value.

What are coins often compared to in terms of their artistic value?

• Sculptures

• Tiny art pieces

• Photographs

• Paintings

Whose portrait is found on the obverse of the penny?

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

Which president is featured on the obverse of the dime?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

What does the union shield on the penny symbolize?

• Liberty

• Strength

• The federal government

• The U.S. as a single country

What does the torch on the reverse of the dime represent?

• Unity

• Strength

• Liberty

• Peace

What do the arrows in the talons of the bald eagle on the half dollar represent?

• Peace

• Strength

• War

• Liberty

Which symbol on the half dollar represents the individual states that make up the United States?

• The union shield

• The olive branch

• Stars

• The bald eagle

What is the Latin phrase 'E Pluribus Unum' translated to in English?

• United States of America

• Liberty

• Out of Many, One

• In God We Trust

Which inscription has been on all U.S. coins throughout history?

• Liberty

• In God We Trust

• E Pluribus Unum

• United States of America

What should you do the next time you have a handful of change?

• Save it in a piggy bank

• Donate it

• Take a closer look at the images and words

• Spend it quickly