Design and Specifications of the George Washington Dollar

The George Washington $1 Coin series was introduced in 2007 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program. It was the first coin in the series, honoring the first President of the United States. The series aims to educate the public about the nation’s presidents while promoting the use of dollar coins in everyday transactions.
Weight 8.1 grams
Diameter 26.5 mm
Mint Marks P (Philadelphia), D (Denver), S (San Francisco)
Composition 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel
Obverse Design Portrait of George Washington, based on the 1796 Lansdowne portrait by Gilbert Stuart, designed by Joe Menna
Reverse Design Various designs representing significant aspects of Washington's life and legacy, changing annually
Years of Minting 2007-present

Collectibility and Rare Varieties

The condition of the coin significantly impacts its value, with uncirculated and proof specimens being more desirable. While not particularly rare, some errors such as edge lettering mistakes or off-center strikes can increase the coin’s value. The 2007 George Washington dollars are generally common, but high-grade examples and error coins are sought after by collectors.
2007-D 163,680,000 minted; common
2007-P 163,680,000 minted; common
2007-S Proof 3,965,989 minted; more valuable in proof condition

Explore George Washington Dollar Values by Year

2007

Most Valuable George Washington Dollar

This section highlights the most valuable coins in the series, based on PCGS price guides. The table shows price ranges for each coin in various conditions.

Coin Name Circulated Price Uncirculated Price
2007-P Dollar George Washington (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-D Dollar George Washington (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
(2007) Dollar Missing Edge Lettering George Washington (Regular Strike) $50.00 –
2007-D Dollar George Washington Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-P Dollar George Washington Position B (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-P Dollar George Washington Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-S Dollar George Washington, DCAM (Proof) – $3.00 – $30.00
2007-D Dollar Weak Edge Let. Pos. A Washington 1st Day of Issue Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $10.00 – $200.00
2007-P Dollar G. Washington – Pos. A Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $150.00
2007-P Dollar G. Washington – Pos. B Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $200.00
2007-D Dollar G. Washington – Pos. A Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $68.00
2007-D Dollar G. Washington – Pos. B Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $3.00 – $55.00
(2007) Dollar Missing Edge Lettering George Washington – Satin Finish (Special Strike) – $500.00 – $2,500.00
2007-P Dollar George Washington First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-P Dollar George Washington – Position A – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-P Dollar Partial Edge Lettering Washington – Position A Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $50.00 – $250.00
2007-D Dollar George Washington First Day of Issue – Position A (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-D Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Washington – Position A Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $20.00 – $125.00
2007-D Dollar George Washington Position B (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-D Dollar Partial Edge Lettering Washington – Position A Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $60.00 – $300.00
2007-P Dollar I – Position B – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Washington – Position B Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $10.00 – $300.00
2007-D Dollar George Washington Position B – First Day of Issue (Regular Strike) $1.00 –
2007-D Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Washington – Position B Edge Error (Regular Strike) $32.00 –
2007-D Dollar Weak Edge Let. Pos. B Washington 1st Day of Issue Edge Error (Regular Strike) – $20.00 – $135.00
2007-S Dollar George Washington First Strike First Strike, DCAM (Proof) – $3.00 – $90.00
2007-P Dollar Weak Edge Let. Pos. A Washington – Satin Finish Edge Error (Special Strike) – $65.00 – $220.00
2007-P Dollar Weak Edge Let. Pos. B Washington – Satin Finish Edge Error (Special Strike) – $21.00 – $215.00

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