The James Madison $1 coin, part of the Presidential Dollar series, was released by the U.S. Mint in 2007, not between 1809 and 1817 . The coin depicts James Madison on the obverse (heads) and the Statue of Liberty on the reverse (tails).
The value of a James Madison Presidential Dollar coin can vary depending on its condition and any errors it might have:
- Standard uncirculated coins: You can typically purchase these for slightly above face value, often between $2 and $7.
- Proof coins: These are specially produced with a higher quality finish for collectors and tend to be worth more.
- Coins with errors: These can significantly increase the value, especially if the error is unusual or sought after. Examples include “die chip” errors and “lettered blank planchet” errors. A recent sale of a James Madison Mint Error coin from the Annual Dollar Set, graded MS69 by NGC, sold for $1250. Another coin with multiple errors was sold for $240.
The James Madison Presidential Dollar coins were minted at the Philadelphia (P) and Denver (D) mints.
- In 2007, the Philadelphia mint produced 84,560,000 James Madison $1 coins.
- In 2007, the Denver mint produced 87,780,000 James Madison $1 coins.
If you possess a James Madison $1 coin and are unsure of its value, it’s recommended to consult with a reputable coin dealer for an appraisal.
How much is a one dollar coin from 1809-1817 worth?
From my experience, It is worth face value.
What is on the dollar coin from 1809 to 1817?
The obverse of the coin demonstrates a detailed profile of James Madison by Joel Iskowitz and Don Everhart. The design is quite simple, as the portrait is only surrounded by the inscriptions “JAMES MADISON” along the top edge and “4TH PRESIDENT 1809–1817” by the bottom rim.
Are any of the $1 Presidential coins worth anything?
Thanks for asking. 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.
Where is the mint mark on a James Madison dollar?
Good point! The reverse bears a dramatic image of the Statue of Liberty. Along the edge, incused lettering features the date of minting, mint mark, and the mottoes e pluribus unum and in god we trust.