Design and Specifications of the William McKinley Dollar
The William McKinley Presidential $1 Coin was released in 2013 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program. It honors the 25th President of the United States, who served from 1897 until his assassination in 1901. McKinley led the nation to victory in the Spanish-American War and promoted high tariffs to protect American manufacturers and factory workers from foreign competition.
| 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 William McKinley, designed by Phebe Hemphill |
| Reverse Design | Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart |
| Years of Minting | 2013 |
Collectibility and Rare Varieties
The William McKinley Presidential $1 Coins are generally common due to their relatively high mintage numbers. However, coins in pristine uncirculated condition (MS-65 or higher) can command a premium. As with all modern coins, any striking errors or variations could significantly increase the coin’s value to collectors.
| 2013-D | 6,160,000 minted; common |
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| 2013-P | 6,160,000 minted; common |
Explore William McKinley Dollar Values by Year
Most Valuable William McKinley 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2013-P Dollar William McKinley Position A (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $135.00 |
| 2013-P Dollar William McKinley Position B (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $270.00 |
| 2013-D Dollar William McKinley Position A (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $400.00 |
| 2013-D Dollar William McKinley Position B (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $600.00 |
| 2013-S Dollar William McKinley, DCAM (Proof) | – | $4.00 – $37.00 |
| 2013-S Dollar William McKinley First Strike, DCAM (Proof) | – | $10.00 – $40.00 |
| 2013-S Dollar William McKinley With Signature, DCAM (Proof) | – | $4.00 – $62.00 |
| 2013-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering McKinley, Pos. A (Regular Strike) | – | $20.00 – $325.00 |
| 2013-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering McKinley, Pos. B (Regular Strike) | – | $20.00 – $400.00 |
