Design and Specifications of the Ulysses S. Grant
The Ulysses S. Grant Presidential $1 Coin was released in 2011 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program. It honors the 18th President of the United States, who was also a prominent Union general during the Civil War. This series aimed to educate the public about the nation's presidents while promoting the use of $1 coins in everyday transactions.
| Weight | 6.78 grams |
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| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), D (Denver) |
| Composition | 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, designed by Don Everhart |
| Reverse Design | Grant as a lieutenant in the Mexican-American War, designed by Charles Vickers |
| Years of Minting | 2011 |
Collectibility and Rare Varieties
The condition of the coin significantly impacts its value, with uncirculated specimens commanding higher prices. While not particularly rare, some collectors seek out examples with exceptional strike quality or unusual die varieties. Error coins, such as those with doubled dies or off-center strikes, can be valuable to specialized collectors.
| 2011-D | 38,080,000 minted; common |
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| 2011-P | 37,940,000 minted; common |
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Most Valuable Ulysses S. Grant
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-D Dollar Ulysses S. Grant Position B - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) | - | - | $260.85 | $260.85 |
| 2011-S Dollar Ulysses S. Grant First Strike, DCAM (Proof) | - | - | $10.00 | $66.00 |
| 2011-P Dollar Ulysses S. Grant Position A - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) | - | - | $45.00 | $45.00 |
| 2011-S Dollar Ulysses S. Grant, DCAM (Proof) | - | - | $8.00 | $36.00 |
| 2011-D Dollar Ulysses S. Grant Position B (Regular Strike) | - | - | $6.00 | $6.00 |
| 2011-D Dollar Ulysses S. Grant Position A (Regular Strike) | - | - | $6.00 | $6.00 |