Design and Specifications of the James Monroe Dollar
The James Monroe Presidential Dollar was released in 2008 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program. It honors the fifth President of the United States, James Monroe, who served from 1817 to 1825. Monroe is best known for the Monroe Doctrine, which opposed European colonialism in the Americas.
| Weight | 8.1 grams |
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| Diameter | 26.49 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), D (Denver) |
| Composition | Copper core clad by manganese brass (88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel) |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of James Monroe, designed by Joseph Menna |
| Reverse Design | Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart |
| Years of Minting | 2008 |
Collectibility and Rare Varieties
The condition of the coin significantly impacts its value, with uncirculated specimens commanding higher prices. While not particularly rare, some collectors seek out examples with striking errors or die varieties, which can increase the coin’s value. The edge lettering on these coins can sometimes be found doubled or missing, which are considered valuable errors.
| 2008-D | 87,080,000 minted; common |
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| 2008-P | 87,080,000 minted; common |
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Most Valuable James Monroe 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.
