San Francisco Mint

The San Francisco Mint, also known as the "Granite Lady," is a historic U.S. building established in 1937, located in San Francisco, California. It was designed to produce and store currency and important gold and silver coins, particularly during the Gold Rush era. The Mint is notable for its prominent architectural style and its role in safeguarding precious metals. Though it ceased active minting operations in 1937, it now serves as a museum, showcasing the history of coin production and the city’s monetary heritage, thus highlighting the financial importance of San Francisco in American history.