Design and Specifications of the Franklin Pierce Dollar

The Franklin Pierce Presidential $1 Coin was released in 2010 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program, which began in 2007 to honor deceased U.S. Presidents. Pierce, who served as the 14th President from 1853 to 1857, was known for his support of the Kansas-Nebraska Act and his pro-slavery stance.
Weight 8.1 grams
Diameter 26.5 mm
Mint Marks P (Philadelphia), D (Denver)
Composition Manganese-Brass (88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel)
Obverse Design Portrait of Franklin Pierce, 14th President of the United States, designed by Susan Gamble
Reverse Design Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart
Years of Minting 2010

Collectibility and Rare Varieties

While the Franklin Pierce Presidential $1 Coins are not particularly rare due to their relatively high mintage numbers, their value can increase significantly based on condition. Uncirculated or proof versions are more valuable than circulated coins. Errors, such as double dies or off-center strikes, though uncommon, can also increase a coin’s value substantially.
2010-D 36,680,000 minted; common
2010-P 38,360,000 minted; common

Explore Franklin Pierce Dollar Values by Year

2010

Most Valuable Franklin Pierce 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
2010-P Dollar Franklin Pierce Position A (Regular Strike) – $6.00 – $15.00
2010-D Dollar Franklin Pierce Position A (Regular Strike) – $6.00 – $15.00
2010-S Dollar Franklin Pierce, DCAM (Proof) – $3.00 – $32.00
2010-P Dollar Franklin Pierce – Pos A Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $850.00
2010-P Dollar Franklin Pierce – Pos B Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $200.00
2010-D Dollar Franklin Pierce – Pos A Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $600.00
2010-D Dollar Franklin Pierce – Pos B Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $2.00 – $600.00
2010-P Dollar Franklin Pierce First Day of Issue – Position A (Regular Strike) – $2.00 – $55.00
2010-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Pierce, Position A Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $20.00 – $125.00
2010-P Dollar Partial Edge Lettering Pierce, Position A Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $20.00 – $250.00
2010-D Dollar Franklin Pierce Position A – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) – $2.00 – $110.00
2010-P Dollar Franklin Pierce First Day of Issue – Position B (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2010-D Dollar Franklin Pierce Position B – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) – $2.00 – $40.00
2010-S Dollar Franklin Pierce First Strike, DCAM (Proof) – $3.00 – $35.00

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