The letter “D” on a coin typically indicates that the coin was minted at the Denver Mint, one of the primary minting facilities for the U.S. Mint in the United States. Different mint marks help collectors and numismatists identify where a coin was produced. The Denver Mint (located in Denver, Colorado) has been in operation since the late 19th century and has produced a wide variety of coins.
For example:
– A coin with a “D” mint mark might be a Lincoln penny, a Roosevelt dime, or a Jefferson nickel, among others.
– The presence of the “D” can sometimes indicate different variations in the coin’s design, production year, or mintage numbers compared to coins produced in other mint locations, like Philadelphia (no mint mark) or San Francisco (S mint mark).
In addition to indicating the mint location, the mint mark can also play a role in determining the collectible value of a coin, as certain varieties may be rarer or have different demand among collectors.