Presidential Dollar – A Complete Collector’s Guide
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The Presidential Dollar coin series, minted by the United States Mint from 2007 to 2016, is a treasured collectible honoring America’s Commanders-in-Chief. Each Presidential Dollar features a bold portrait of a U.S. president on the obverse and the Statue of Liberty on the reverse. With golden-colored manganese-brass alloy and edge inscriptions of the year, mint mark, and mottoes, these coins have become a sought-after modern collectible for history enthusiasts and numismatists alike. Whether you collect for beauty, investment, or patriotic pride, the Presidential Dollar series offers a rich journey through America’s political legacy.
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Complete List of Presidential Dollar Coins by Year
• 2007: George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison
• 2008: James Monroe, John Quincy Adams, Andrew Jackson, Martin Van Buren
• 2009: William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, James K. Polk, Zachary Taylor
• 2010: Millard Fillmore, Franklin Pierce, James Buchanan, Abraham Lincoln
• 2011: Andrew Johnson, Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, James A. Garfield
• 2012: Chester A. Arthur, Grover Cleveland (1st Term), Benjamin Harrison, Grover Cleveland (2nd Term)
• 2013: William McKinley, Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, Woodrow Wilson
• 2014: Warren G. Harding, Calvin Coolidge, Herbert Hoover, Franklin D. Roosevelt
• 2015: Harry S. Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Lyndon B. Johnson
• 2016: Richard M. Nixon, Gerald R. Ford, Ronald Reagan
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Why the Presidential Dollar Is a Must-Have for Collectors
The Presidential Dollar series stands out for its detailed portraits, golden hue, and historic storytelling. Many collectors focus on pristine “First Day of Issue” or “Proof” versions, which feature sharper strikes and mirror-like fields. While not minted for circulation after 2011, the later issues were produced for collectors, making them even more desirable. Completing a full set is a rewarding challenge that spans nearly every president from George Washington to Ronald Reagan.
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Coin Specifications
• Composition: 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel
• Diameter: 26.49 mm
• Weight: 8.1 grams
• Edge: Lettered (Year, Mint Mark, E Pluribus Unum, In God We Trust)
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Presidential Dollar 2007-2016
The Presidential Dollar coin series (2007–2016) honors America’s presidents in stunning golden detail. Collect the full set from George Washington to Ronald Reagan and own a piece of U.S. history.