A dollar coin depicting William Henry Harrison, the 9th President of the United States who served in 1841, will likely be a Presidential Dollar Coin issued in 2009 , not an actual dollar coin minted in 1841. There was no coinage legislation enacted during Harrison’s short term in office.
The value of a 2009 William Henry Harrison Presidential Dollar coin depends on several factors:
- Circulated coins: In circulated condition, these coins are generally worth their face value ($1).
- Uncirculated coins: Uncirculated coins will have a higher value. For example, an uncirculated 2009-D mint mark coin is available for $2.75. An uncirculated 2009-P mint mark coin costs $6.75. A 2009-S proof coin is available for $8.
- The U.S. Mint produced these coins at different mint locations, designated by the mint mark “P” (Philadelphia), “D” (Denver), or “S” (San Francisco) on the coin’s edge. The value can vary slightly between mint marks.
- Some 2009 William Henry Harrison Presidential Dollar coins have errors , such as “missing edge lettering” or “double die” errors, which can significantly increase their value.
- A 2009 MS-68 with missing edge lettering is listed at $929.
- A [1841 William Henry Harrison Double Die Error Coin] is available for $346.49 (discounted from $1500).
- A standard circulated 2009 William Henry Harrison Presidential Dollar coin is likely only worth its face value ($1).
- Uncirculated coins and those with errors can command higher prices, ranging from a few dollars to hundreds or even thousands of dollars depending on the specific error and grade.
To accurately determine the value of your specific coin, it’s recommended to consult a reputable coin dealer or utilize online resources like the [NGC price guide] or PCGS price guide for current market values. They can also help identify any potential errors or varieties that may increase the coin’s worth.
Is the William Henry Harrison coin rare?
It features a unique Gold color appearance and has a fineness of 0.99, making it a rare find. This beautiful Presidential coin commemorates William Henry Harrison 67yrs old , the 9th President of the United States, serving from March 4th to April 4th, 1841.
Are president $1 coins worth anything?
The most expensive Presidential Dollar coin is the 2009 SMS William Henry Harrison with missing edge lettering, graded 69/70, which can sell for up to $2,450. The least expensive among the top valuable coins is the 2007 SMS Jefferson dollar with missing edge lettering, graded 67, valued at $600.