The value of a Ronald Reagan coin depends on the specific coin you’re referring to, as several types exist:
- Face value: These coins are still legal tender and are worth their face value of $1.
- Collector value: While most circulated Presidential dollar coins hold little numismatic value beyond face value due to high mintage numbers, uncirculated and proof versions, especially those from sets, can have slightly higher values.
- Mint State (MS) Coins: A 2016-P $1 Ronald Reagan Presidential Dollar in MS67 (mint state 67, a high grade) has an auction record of $2,228. However, this is likely for a rare, perfectly preserved specimen.
- Example price: A 2016 Ronald Reagan Presidential $1 Coin in Gold, from Denver mint, is offered at $4.95 on Collectors Alliance,. A roll of twenty-five Ronald Reagan Presidential $1 coins from the United States Mint sells for $39.95.
- Collector’s sets: The [U.S. Mint] released a 2016 Coin and Chronicles Set – Ronald Reagan that includes a Presidential $1 Reverse Proof Coin, a Silver Proof Coin, and a Bronze Medal. This set was originally priced at $68.95 and is currently offered for $95-$100 by other sellers.
- Other commemorative coins: You might find other commemorative coins or medals featuring Ronald Reagan that have varying values depending on their metal content (if any), mintage, and collectibility . For instance, a [2025 Ascension Island $5 Ronald Reagan 5oz Liberty Coin Act Privy] is listed for $795.
- Condition: The better the coin’s condition (e.g., uncirculated, proof, graded), the higher its potential value to collectors.
- Mintage: Lower mintage numbers generally lead to higher values.
- Precious metal content: If the coin contains gold or silver, its value will be influenced by the current market price of those metals. For instance, a 2016 American Silver Eagle $1 coin’s value fluctuates around the current price of an ounce of silver.
- Errors: Coins with minting errors can be more valuable to collectors.
Disclaimer: This information provides general guidance on Ronald Reagan coin values. For a precise appraisal of a specific coin, it’s recommended to consult with a professional coin grader or numismatist.
Are president $1 coins worth anything?
As a way of honoring more presidents, the U.S. Mint began issuing Presidential Dollar coins in the 2000s. Most are worth about face value, but a couple are valued in six figures due to errors.
How to know if a $1 coin is rare?
Examine the Coin’s Date
One of the easiest ways to tell if a coin is rare is to check the date. If the coin is from before 1800, it’s likely rare. Coins minted in the 19th century are also generally considered rare, with a few exceptions.
What is the rarest $1 coin?
I can help with that. The standout is the 2000 one dollar mule, an error coin created when the wrong dies were used, resulting in a heavier rim on the obverse (heads) side. It’s estimated that only around 6,000 of these mule coins were made, which is less than 0.1% of the total coins minted that year.