Design and Specifications of the Richard Nixon

The Richard Nixon Presidential $1 Coin was released in 2016 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program. This series, which began in 2007, honors deceased U.S. presidents in the order they served. Nixon, the 37th President, is remembered for his foreign policy achievements and the Watergate scandal that led to his resignation.

Weight 8.1 grams
Diameter 26.49 mm
Mint Marks P (Philadelphia), D (Denver)
Composition Manganese-Brass (88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel)
Obverse Design Portrait of Richard Nixon facing right, designed by Don Everhart
Reverse Design Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart
Years of Minting 2016

Collectibility and Rare Varieties

The condition of the coin significantly impacts its value, with uncirculated specimens commanding higher prices. As a modern issue, most Nixon dollars are readily available. However, coins with striking errors or those graded at the highest levels of preservation (MS-69 or MS-70) may be more valuable to collectors.

2016-D 4,680,000 minted; relatively common
2016-P 4,340,000 minted; relatively common

Explore Richard Nixon Values by Year

2016

Most Valuable Richard Nixon

This section highlights the most valuable coins in the series, based on eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS price guides. The table shows price ranges for each coin in various conditions. Note that PCGS estimates often exceed eBay prices, especially for less rare coins.

Coin Name Min Circulated Price Max Circulated Price Min Uncirculated Price Max Uncirculated Price
2016-S Dollar Richard Nixon First Day of Issue, DCAM (Proof) - - $30.00 $30.00
Coin Name Min Circulated Price Max Circulated Price Min Uncirculated Price Max Uncirculated Price
2016-P Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position B First Strike (Regular Strike) - - $2.25 $1,350.00
2016-S Dollar Richard Nixon Presidential Label With Signature, DCAM (Proof) - - $14.93 $350.00
2016-D Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position A (Regular Strike) - - $2.00 $262.00
2016-D Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position B (Regular Strike) - - $9.99 $262.00
2016-P Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position A UNC Set First Strike (Regular Strike) - - $9.99 $150.00
2016-P Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position A (Regular Strike) - - $5.51 $143.95
2016-S Dollar Richard Nixon, DCAM (Proof) - - $0.99 $112.50
2016-P Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position B (Regular Strike) - - $7.95 $79.95
2016-S Dollar Richard Nixon First Strike, DCAM (Proof) - - $1.25 $78.00
2016-S Dollar Richard Nixon First Day of Issue, DCAM (Proof) - - $1.99 $60.00
2016-D Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position A First Strike (Regular Strike) - - $7.53 $59.00
2016-P Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position A First Strike (Regular Strike) - - $1.33 $13.99
2016-D Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position B First Strike (Regular Strike) - - $9.99 $9.99
Coin Name Min Circulated Price Max Circulated Price Min Uncirculated Price Max Uncirculated Price
2016-P Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position B (Regular Strike) - - $3.00 $225.00
2016-D Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position B (Regular Strike) - - $3.00 $175.00
2016-D Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position A (Regular Strike) - - $3.00 $175.00
2016-P Dollar Richard M. Nixon Position A (Regular Strike) - - $3.00 $40.00
2016-S Dollar Richard Nixon First Day of Issue, DCAM (Proof) - - $6.00 $35.00
2016-S Dollar Richard Nixon First Strike, DCAM (Proof) - - $15.00 $32.00
2016-S Dollar Richard Nixon, DCAM (Proof) - - $5.00 $30.00