Coin Identifier
Andrew Jackson Presidential $1 Coin — obverse
Obverse
Andrew Jackson Presidential $1 Coin — reverse
Reverse
$1 USD

Andrew Jackson Presidential $1 Coin

United States of America · 2008

A golden-colored dollar coin featuring the portrait of Andrew Jackson on the obverse and the Statue of Liberty on the reverse.

Country
United States of America
Year
2008
Denomination
$1 USD
Metal
Manganese-Brass Clad Copper (88.5% Copper, 6% Zinc, 3.5% Manganese, 2% Nickel)

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Overview

A golden-colored dollar coin featuring the portrait of Andrew Jackson on the obverse and the Statue of Liberty on the reverse.

Historical significance

Part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program (2007-2016), honoring every deceased U.S. President. Andrew Jackson was the 7th President, serving from 1829 to 1837.

Obverse (front)

Portrait of Andrew Jackson facing slightly right, designed by Joel Iskowitz and sculpted by Don Everhart. Legends: ANDREW JACKSON, 7TH PRESIDENT, 1829-1837.

Reverse (back)

Stately rendition of the Statue of Liberty, designed and sculpted by Don Everhart. Legends: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, $1.

Estimated value

$1.00 in circulated condition; $2.00-$5.00 in high-grade uncirculated (MS-65+)

What drives this coin's value

Condition/grade and the presence of any edge lettering errors are the primary value drivers for this common issue.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) / Mint State (MS) - appears to have high luster but minor surface contact marks.

Mintage & rarity

Common; Philadelphia minted 61,040,000 and Denver minted 61,180,000.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for the edge lettering which is incuse; modern dollar coins are rarely counterfeited due to low face value, but weight and diameter should match specifications.

Notable varieties & errors

Missing edge lettering (plain edge error) and 'doubled' edge lettering are the most sought-after varieties.

Similar coins

Often confused with the Sacagawea Dollar due to similar color; distinguished by the presidential portrait and edge lettering.

Care & preservation

Do not clean with chemicals or abrasives. Store in a cool, dry place, ideally in an archival-safe coin holder to prevent environmental toning.