The real problem, at least superficially, with our coinage, is that it makes it look like we worship politicians. I think it’s time to take all politicians off our coins and return to the figures of Liberty. Even Native Americans make for a decent model (although I don’t care for the Sacagawea modern design on the $1 coin).
I 100% agree with you. I LOVE the symbolism of Lady Liberty as well as the eagle, the Indian and the Buffalo. I detest seeing politicians on coins and bills with the exception of Washington and Lincoln. And many here will vehemently disagree about Lincoln.