Design and Specifications of the Benjamin Harrison Dollar
The Benjamin Harrison Presidential $1 Coin was released in 2012 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program. This series, which began in 2007, honors deceased U.S. presidents in the order they served. Harrison, the 23rd president, served from 1889 to 1893 and was known for his efforts in civil rights and expanding U.S. influence in foreign affairs.
| Weight | 8.1 grams |
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| Diameter | 26.49 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), D (Denver) |
| Composition | Manganese-Brass (88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel) |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Benjamin Harrison, designed by Phebe Hemphill |
| Reverse Design | Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart |
| Years of Minting | 2012 |
Collectibility and Rare Varieties
The condition of the coin significantly impacts its value, with uncirculated specimens commanding higher prices. While no major errors or variations are known for this issue, any discovered could potentially increase its rarity and value. As with most modern coins, the Benjamin Harrison dollar is not particularly rare, but pristine examples and those from mint sets may be more desirable to collectors.
| 2012-D | 5,460,000 minted; relatively common |
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| 2012-P | 5,640,000 minted; relatively common |
Explore Benjamin Harrison Dollar Values by Year
Most Valuable Benjamin Harrison Dollar
This section highlights the most valuable coins in the series, based on PCGS price guides. The table shows price ranges for each coin in various conditions.
| Coin Name | Circulated Price | Uncirculated Price |
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| 2012-P Dollar Benjamin Harrison Position B (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $650.00 |
| 2012-P Dollar Benjamin Harrison Position A (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $125.00 |
| 2012-D Dollar Benjamin Harrison Position A (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $140.00 |
| 2012-D Dollar Benjamin Harrison Position B (Regular Strike) | – | $4.00 – $400.00 |
| 2012-S Dollar Benjamin Harrison, DCAM (Proof) | – | $5.00 – $46.00 |
| 2012-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Harrison, Position A Edge Error (Regular Strike) | – | $20.00 – $250.00 |
| 2012-S Dollar Benjamin Harrison First Strike, DCAM (Proof) | – | $3.00 – $135.00 |
| 2012-S Dollar Benjamin Harrison with Signature, DCAM (Proof) | – | $16.00 – $50.00 |
