Paul Hollis Appointed Director of the United States Mint

[Ben Graham]

On January 30, 2026, Paul Bryan Hollis was officially sworn in as the 41st Director of the United States Mint, following Senate confirmation in December. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Paul on this significant appointment. This places a longtime numismatist and precious metals professional at the head of the nation’s coin-producing institution during a particularly meaningful period, as the Mint prepares for the United States’ 250th anniversary.

Paul’s love affair with coins began early. At age six, he received a Peace dollar from his grandmother, a gift that ignited his lifelong passion for numismatics. Hollis’ path is rooted in hands-on experience with coins and collectors. After graduating from Louisiana State University with a degree in political science, he began his professional career in the rare coin industry at Blanchard and Company. Over more than a decade with us, Hollis worked his way from early sales roles to rare coin specialist, gaining deep exposure to coin grading, valuation, precious metals markets, and collector education.

Those formative years at Blanchard helped shape his understanding of both the technical and human sides of numismatics. He worked closely with collectors and investors, developed a practical understanding of market dynamics, and built an appreciation for the responsibility that comes with stewarding historic assets. These experiences laid the foundation for a career that has consistently bridged business and public service.

After leaving Blanchard, Hollis founded his own rare coin business and remained active in the numismatic community through writing, public exhibits, and educational efforts designed to broaden interest in coin collecting. In parallel, he entered public service, serving twelve years in the Louisiana House of Representatives and later, on the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. Throughout these roles, he brought the same perspective shaped by decades in the private sector and the coin industry.

As Director of the U.S. Mint, Hollis will oversee the production of circulating coinage, bullion products, medals, and numismatic programs. His appointment is notable for placing someone with real-world experience in the coin and precious metals industry into a role often held by career administrators or economists.

We congratulate Paul Hollis on this well-earned appointment and wish him success as he leads the U.S. Mint into its next chapter. For collectors, dealers, and the broader numismatic community, his leadership represents a meaningful connection between the Mint and the people who study, collect, and preserve America’s coinage.

 

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