Design and Specifications of the James Buchanan Dollar

The James Buchanan dollar coin is part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program, which began in 2007 to honor deceased U.S. presidents. Buchanan, the 15th president, is featured on the 15th coin in the series, released in 2010. This program aimed to educate the public about the nation’s presidents while promoting the use of $1 coins in everyday transactions.
Weight 8.1 grams
Diameter 26.5 mm
Mint Marks P (Philadelphia), D (Denver)
Composition Copper-nickel clad (outer layer of 75% copper and 25% nickel, inner core of pure copper)
Obverse Design Portrait of James Buchanan, designed by Phebe Hemphill
Reverse Design Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart
Years of Minting 2010-present

Collectibility and Rare Varieties

The condition of the coin significantly impacts its value, with uncirculated specimens commanding higher prices. While not particularly rare, these coins are less common in circulation due to limited public use. Errors such as off-center strikes, double dies, or missing edge lettering can greatly increase the coin’s rarity and value. As with most modern coins, the James Buchanan dollar is generally only valuable to collectors in pristine condition or with notable errors.
2010-D 36,820,000 minted; common
2010-P 36,540,000 minted; common

Explore James Buchanan Dollar Values by Year

2010

Most Valuable James Buchanan 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-D Dollar James Buchanan – Pos B Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $400.00
2010-P Dollar James Buchanan Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2010-P Dollar James Buchanan Position B (Regular Strike) – $2.00 – $15.00
2010-D Dollar James Buchanan Position A (Regular Strike) – $1.00 – $25.00
2010-D Dollar James Buchanan Position B (Regular Strike) – $5.00 – $15.00
2010-S Dollar James Buchanan, DCAM (Proof) – $3.00 – $32.00
2010-P Dollar James Buchanan – Pos A Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $350.00
2010-P Dollar James Buchanan – Pos B Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $850.00
2010-D Dollar James Buchanan – Pos A Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $275.00
2010-P Dollar James Buchanan First Day of Issue – Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2010-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Buchanan, Position A Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $15.00 – $250.00
2010-D Dollar James Buchanan Position A – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) – $5.00 – $90.00
2010-P Dollar James Buchanan First Day of Issue – Position B (Regular Strike) – $2.00 – $135.00
2010-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Buchanan, Position B Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $25.00 – $150.00
2010-D Dollar James Buchanan Position B – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) – $2.00 – $50.00
2010-S Dollar James Buchanan First Strike, DCAM (Proof) – $3.00 – $42.00

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