A behind-the-scenes tour is available of one of the four places in the country that produce coins. The Mint was established in 1854 to manage the wealth generated by the California Gold Rush. It played a crucial role in recovery efforts after a major earthquake in 1906, providing access to funds when many banks were unavailable.

The Mint has since relocated and is now in its third location. It no longer produces coins for general circulation, instead focusing on creating commemorative coins and proof coin sets. Further details about the Mint and its operations are available from the source.