1 Is transparent, easily formed and most suitable for window glass (see flat glass). 2  It has a high thermal expansion and poor resistance to heat (500â600 Â°C). 3  It is used for windows, some low temperature incandescent light bulbs, and tableware.
Carson City Mint. The Carson City Mint was a branch of the United States Mint in Carson City, Nevada. It primarily minted low numbers of silver coins; however, gold was also minted in greater numbers. The mint was in operation for about 19 years.
Today four mints operate in the United States producing billions of coins each year. The main mint is the Philadelphia Mint, which produces circulating coinage, mint sets and some commemorative coins. The Denver Mint also produces circulating coinage, mint sets and commemoratives.