Paul Hollis the 41st U.S. Mint Director
Every once in a while, something happens in Washington that genuinely excites those of us who care deeply about sound money, history, and the enduring legacy of American coinage. The U.S. Senate’s confirmation of Paul Hollis as the 41st Director of the United States Mint is one of those rare moments
For the first time in our nation’s history, the U.S. Mint will be led by a lifelong numismatist—someone who didn’t just study coins from afar, but lived the hobby, built a career around it, and understands firsthand what coins mean to collectors, investors, and everyday Americans.
That matters more than many people realize.
A Mint Director Who Fell in Love With Coins as a Child
Paul Hollis’s story resonates with anyone who ever held a special coin and felt history come alive in their hands. As he shared during his Senate testimony, one of his most formative memories dates back to childhood, when his grandmother gave him a coin she had saved through the Great Depression. He still carries that coin, a $2.50 gold Indian Quarter Eagle, with him today, a quiet reminder of where his journey began
That is not the background of a typical government appointee. That is the origin story of a true steward of American coinage.
Hollis has spent decades immersed in numismatics—as a collector, dealer, author, educator, and advocate for the hobby. His book American Numismatist was even named “U.S. Coin Book of the Year,” underscoring his commitment not just to the market side of coins, but to education and preservation as well
Why This Appointment Is So Important for Collectors
For years, many in the coin-collecting community have felt a disconnect between the U.S. Mint and its most loyal supporters. Past Mint Directors brought valuable administrative and financial expertise, but few truly understood the collector’s mindset.
Paul Hollis does.
He understands what it means to wait for a release, to care about design integrity, to value transparency, and to appreciate coins not just as products—but as cultural artifacts. His appointment creates real hope that the Mint can better bridge the gap between its mission and the community that supports it most passionately
Perfect Timing: The 250th Anniversary of the Republic
It’s also hard to imagine better timing. Hollis steps into this role as the United States prepares for its 250th anniversary in 2026, a once-in-a-generation moment for American coinage. He has called this opportunity a “dream come true,” and for collectors, it truly is
The upcoming commemorative and bullion programs—including special-dated American Eagles, American Buffalo gold coins, Morgan and Peace Silver Dollars, and new commemorative series—will carry enormous historical significance. Having a director who understands both the symbolism and the substance behind these issues gives us confidence that they will be handled with care, vision, and respect for tradition
Leadership Rooted in Experience and Service
Beyond numismatics, Paul Hollis brings meaningful public-sector experience, having served in the Louisiana House of Representatives and on the state’s Board of Education. That combination—deep hobby knowledge paired with real governance experience—is rare and valuable. It positions him well to lead the Mint’s complex operations while still championing its historical mission.
Our Congratulations and Our Hope
At SD Bullion, we believe in sound money, historical legacy, and tangible wealth. Few things embody those values better than well-crafted, thoughtfully issued U.S. coins.
We congratulate Paul Hollis on his confirmation as U.S. Mint Director and look forward to working with him and his team in the years ahead. As an authorized purchaser of U.S. Mint coins and bullion, we are optimistic about the direction the Mint can take under his leadership—and we look forward to hosting him on the SD Bullion podcast so he can share his vision directly with our customers.
It is a rare good fortune to see a lifelong collector entrusted with this responsibility. For those of us who care deeply about the integrity, beauty, and meaning of American coinage, this truly feels like the right person, in the right role, at the right time.
Here’s to a bright new chapter for the U.S. Mint—and to the collector who now leads it.
