The United States Mint has released images of its upcoming 2025 Superman coin and silver medals, marking the debut of its new Comic Art Coin and Medal Program. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, celebrates iconic superheroes and aims to engage a broader audience in numismatics.
The unveiling coincides with Tuesday’s ceremonial striking of the first Superman silver medal at the U.S. Mint and highlights the inaugural release, which features Superman in a variety of collectibles:
- A 1/2-ounce $50 gold coin (.9999 fine / 24-karat)
- 2.5-ounce and 1-ounce silver medals (.999 fine)
- 1.2-inch clad medals
All items will be produced in a proof finish, showcasing high-quality craftsmanship.
Designs for the Superman coin and medals were reviewed by the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) on Sept. 19 and the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) on Sept. 24. Both panels approved the Mint’s submissions, offering minor suggestions for refinement.
The obverse (heads side), created by U.S. Mint Chief Engraver Joseph Menna, depicts Superman flying over his family farm, symbolizing the values instilled in him by his adoptive parents, Martha and Jonathan Kent. Inscriptions include “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and “2025” (gold coin); “LIBERTY” and “2025” (silver medals); and “LIBERTY” (clad medal).
“As both the Chief Engraver and a lifelong comic book fan, it’s my greatest pleasure to see the Superman medal struck,” Menna said. “The Superman medal represents the strength we have in all of us, that we can all be Super Heroes.”
The reverse (tails side), designed by Mint Medallic Artist Joseph V. Norwegian, portrays a young Clark Kent contemplating his future, with his father looking on, highlighting the duality of Superman’s identity. Inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “$50,” “½ oz.” “.9999 fine gold” (gold coin); “LIBERTY” and “2025” (silver medals); and “SUPERMAN, HOPE, AND STRENGTH” (clad medal).
The U.S. Mint’s Comic Art series plans to feature three DC characters annually over three years, totaling nine designs. Alongside Superman – whose gold coin and silver medals are scheduled for release this summer – the first-year lineup will include depictions of Batman (see Batman recommended designs) and Wonder Woman (see Wonder Woman recommended designs).
Each year’s releases will include gold and silver versions, with matching clad medals likely issued the following year. All gold coins and silver medals will be accompanied by a serialized Certificate of Authenticity. The Mint has previously indicated that the gold coin and larger 2.5-ounce silver medal will likely have mintage limits and restricted availability, while the 1-ounce silver and clad medals are expected to have no such limits on mintage or sales duration.
These initial releases set the stage for future entries in the Comic Art series, offering a unique blend of numismatic artistry and pop culture tribute.