Unlike traditional gold coins or bars, which are often sold as full ounces, fractional gold coins are minted in smaller sizes, such as 1/10th, 1/4th or 1/2th ounces.

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — When it comes to making coins, the Mint isn't getting its two cents worth. In some cases, it doesn't even get half of that. A penny costs more than two cents and a nickel ...

The Mint has been testing different materials to fiend less expensive ways to make coins.. Associated Press PHILADELPHIA -- When it comes to making coins, the Mint isn't getting its two cents worth.