Design and Specifications of the Zachary Taylor

The Zachary Taylor Presidential $1 Coin was released in 2009 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program. Zachary Taylor was the 12th President of the United States, serving from 1849 until his death in 1850. This coin series was designed to honor deceased U.S. presidents and educate the public about their contributions.

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 Zachary Taylor, designed by Don Everhart
Reverse Design Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart
Years of Minting 2009

Collectibility and Rare Varieties

The condition of the coin significantly impacts its value, with uncirculated specimens commanding higher prices. While not particularly rare, these coins are less common in circulation due to limited public use. Errors such as off-center strikes or doubled die varieties could increase the coin's rarity and value. As with most modern coins, the Zachary Taylor dollar is more valuable to collectors when in pristine condition.

2009-D 43,540,000 minted; common
2009-P 41,580,000 minted; common

Explore Zachary Taylor Values by Year

Most Valuable Zachary Taylor

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
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor Position A (Regular Strike) - - $0.99 $800.00
2009-D Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Zachary Taylor, Pos. B Edge Error (Regular Strike) - - $35.99 $686.00
2009-D Dollar Dbld Edge Let., Overlap Zachary Taylor, Pos A Edge Error (Regular Strike) - - $615.00 $615.00
2009-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Zachary Taylor, Pos. A Edge Error (Regular Strike) - - $59.00 $499.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor Position B (Regular Strike) - - $3.26 $185.00
2009-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Zachary Taylor, Pos. B Edge Error (Regular Strike) - - $175.99 $175.99
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor Position A (Regular Strike) - - $0.09 $130.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor - Pos B Satin Finish (Special Strike) - - $2.78 $125.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor Position A - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) - - $2.76 $78.00
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor Position A - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) - - $4.25 $75.00
2009-S Dollar Zachary Taylor, DCAM (Proof) - - $0.99 $73.88
2009-S Dollar Zachary Taylor First Strike, DCAM (Proof) - - $5.00 $44.50
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor - Pos A Satin Finish (Special Strike) - - $0.49 $30.99
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor - Pos B Satin Finish (Special Strike) - - $0.99 $24.95
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor Position B - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) - - $3.75 $21.24
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor - Pos A Satin Finish (Special Strike) - - $0.99 $15.95
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor Position B (Regular Strike) - - $0.99 $12.98
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor Position B - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) - - $4.25 $7.50
Coin Name Min Circulated Price Max Circulated Price Min Uncirculated Price Max Uncirculated Price
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor Position B (Regular Strike) $1.00 $1.00 $3.00 $1,250.00
2009-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Zachary Taylor, Pos. A Edge Error (Regular Strike) - - $38.00 $650.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00 $1.00 $3.00 $400.00
2009-D Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Zachary Taylor, Pos. B Edge Error (Regular Strike) - - $32.00 $285.00
2009-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Zachary Taylor, Pos. B Edge Error (Regular Strike) - - $30.00 $275.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor Position B (Regular Strike) $1.00 $1.00 $3.00 $185.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor - Pos A Satin Finish (Special Strike) - - $3.00 $125.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor - Pos B Satin Finish (Special Strike) - - $3.00 $125.00
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor - Pos A Satin Finish (Special Strike) - - $3.00 $125.00
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor - Pos B Satin Finish (Special Strike) - - $3.00 $115.00
2009-S Dollar Zachary Taylor First Strike, DCAM (Proof) - - $3.00 $57.00
2009-S Dollar Zachary Taylor, DCAM (Proof) - - $3.00 $32.00
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor Position B - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 $1.00 $3.00 $16.00
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor Position A - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 $1.00 $3.00 $15.00
2009-D Dollar Zachary Taylor Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00 $1.00 $3.00 $12.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor Position A - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 $1.00 $3.00 $10.00
2009-P Dollar Zachary Taylor Position B - First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 $1.00 $3.00 $10.00