Design and Specifications of the James Madison Dollar

The James Madison Presidential Dollar is part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program, which honors deceased U.S. presidents in the order they served. Madison, known as the ‘Father of the Constitution,’ was the fourth president featured in this series, reflecting his position as the fourth President of the United States.
Weight 8.1 grams
Diameter 26.5 mm
Mint Marks P (Philadelphia), D (Denver)
Composition 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel
Obverse Design Portrait of James Madison, designed by Joseph Menna
Reverse Design Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart
Years of Minting 2007-2016

Collectibility and Rare Varieties

The condition of James Madison dollars significantly impacts their value, with uncirculated and proof coins commanding higher prices. While not particularly rare, some minting errors like double dies or off-center strikes can increase the coin’s value. Additionally, coins graded in high Mint State conditions (MS-67 or above) may carry a premium due to their exceptional quality.
2007-D 87,780,000 minted; common
2007-P 84,560,000 minted; common
2007-S Proof 1,700,000 minted; slightly more valuable

Explore James Madison Dollar Values by Year

Most Valuable James Madison 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
(2007) Dollar Missing Edge Lettering James Madison (Regular Strike) $70.00 – $4,000.00
2007-P Dollar James Madison Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00 – $38.00
2007-P Dollar James Madison Position B (Regular Strike) $8.00 – $45.00
2007-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Madison – Position A Edge Error (Regular Strike) $34.00 – $350.00
2007-D Dollar James Madison Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00
2007-D Dollar James Madison Position B (Regular Strike) $3.00 – $18.00
2007-S Dollar James Madison, DCAM (Proof) $3.00 – $25.00
2007-P Dollar James Madison – Pos. A Satin Finish (Special Strike) $3.00 – $90.00
2007-P Dollar James Madison – Pos. B Satin Finish (Special Strike) $3.00 – $75.00
2007-D Dollar James Madison – Pos. A Satin Finish (Special Strike) $3.00 – $75.00
2007-D Dollar James Madison – Pos. B Satin Finish (Special Strike) $3.00 – $46.00
(2007) Dollar Missing Edge Lettering Madison – Satin Finish Edge Error (Special Strike) $26.00 – $500.00
2007-P Dollar James Madison Position A – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 – $26.00
2007-P Dollar James Madison Position B – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 – $38.00
2007-D Dollar James Madison Position A – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00
2007-D Dollar James Madison Position B – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $2.00 – $20.00
2007-D Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Madison – Position B Edge Error (Regular Strike) $15.00 – $125.00
2007-S Dollar James Madison First Strike, DCAM (Proof) $3.00 – $48.00
(2007) Dollar Missing Edge Lettering Madison – Satin Finish Moy Signature Edge Error (Special Strike) $125.00 – $250.00

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