The value of a 2011 gold dollar coin depends on several factors, including its type, condition, and any errors present.
- Type of Dollar:
– Presidential Dollars: These coins honor deceased U.S. Presidents.
– For example, a 2011-P Andrew Johnson Presidential dollar in Mint State (MS) condition can be valued between $1.50 and $70.00.
– The most valuable 2011 Presidential Dollar is a 2011 P Andrew Johnson position B regular strike coin, with a Mint State 68 position B coin having an estimated price guide of $2,250.
– Native American Dollars (Sacagawea Dollars): These coins feature Sacagawea on the obverse and a new reverse design each year honoring Native American contributions.
– A 2011-D Sacagawea Dollar in circulated condition is worth between $1.05 and $1.35.
– In pristine, uncirculated condition, it can sell for as much as $325.
– Similarly, a 2011 P Sacagawea Dollar in circulated condition is worth between $1.05 and $1.35 and up to $200 in uncirculated condition.
- Condition: The condition or grade of a coin is a major factor determining its value, especially for older or rarer coins. Mint State (MS) coins, those in uncirculated condition, typically command higher prices.
- Errors: Errors can significantly increase a coin’s value.
– For example, a 2011 Sacagawea Dollar with a reverse rotation error sold for a significant amount due to its rarity and perfect condition.
– Doubled edge lettering errors are also known to exist on some 2011 Presidential Dollars and can sell for well over $300 in high grades.
- Mint Mark: The mint mark indicates where the coin was struck (e.g., P for Philadelphia, D for Denver, S for San Francisco).
– For instance, among the 2011 Barber quarters, the 1913-S is significantly rarer than the Denver Mint issue, making it one of the most valuable.
- Demand: The popularity and demand for a particular coin can affect its value.
– Some coins, like Morgan dollars, are consistently in high demand, while others, like Peace dollars, are less popular.
– Demand for Presidential dollars comes primarily from collectors, [according to the Federal Reserve Board].
Note: The “gold” color of these dollar coins is due to their manganese brass composition, not actual gold content. They are made of a three-layer clad construction of pure copper sandwiched between outer layers of manganese brass. The overall composition is 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, and 2% nickel. The coins’ color darkens over time as the brass forms a patina.
- Coin Price Guides: Resources like the Greysheet provide CPG (Collector’s Price Guide) values for various coins.
- Online Marketplaces: Websites like eBay are popular for buying and selling coins, offering insights into real-world market values.
- Numismatic Organizations: Organizations like the American Numismatic Association offer educational resources and insights into coin values.
- Professional Coin Dealers/Appraisers: For a precise valuation, consider consulting a professional coin dealer or appraiser.
How much is a 2011 dollar coin worth?
Thanks for asking. All 2011 ASE coins contain one ounce of pure silver. Because of that silver content, each regular issue 2011 $1 silver coin usually sells for around $2 above or below the current price of an ounce of silver depending on if you are buying or selling.
Is the $1 gold coin real gold?
Answer: Yes, the $1 Gold Coins are real. They were made of 90% gold and 10% copper and were minted from 1849 to 1889.