Design and Specifications of the Herbert Hoover Dollar
The Herbert Hoover dollar coin is part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program, which honors deceased former U.S. presidents in the order they served. Hoover was the 31st president, serving from 1929 to 1933. This coin series aims to educate the public about the nation’s presidents and their contributions to American history.
| Weight | 5.67 grams |
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| Diameter | 26.49 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), D (Denver) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel clad (outer layer of 75% copper, 25% nickel, bonded to a core of pure copper) |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Herbert Hoover, designed by Phebe Hemphill |
| Reverse Design | Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart |
| Years of Minting | 2014-present |
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 use of dollar coins in everyday transactions. Errors such as off-center strikes or doubled die varieties, though uncommon, could greatly increase the coin’s rarity and value.
| 2014-D | 3,780,000 minted; slightly less common than the Philadelphia mint |
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| 2014-P | 6,160,000 minted; relatively common |
Explore Herbert Hoover Dollar Values by Year
Most Valuable Herbert Hoover 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2014-D Dollar Herbert Hoover Position A (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $25.00 |
| 2014-P Dollar Herbert Hoover Position A (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $130.00 |
| 2014-P Dollar Herbert Hoover Position B (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $100.00 |
| 2014-D Dollar Herbert Hoover Position B (Regular Strike) | – | $1.00 – $450.00 |
| 2014-S Dollar Herbert Hoover, DCAM (Proof) | – | $4.00 – $36.00 |
| 2014-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Hoover, Pos. A (Regular Strike) | – | $25.00 – $350.00 |
| 2014-P Dollar Weak Edge Lettering Hoover, Pos. B (Regular Strike) | – | $20.00 – $350.00 |
| 2014-S Dollar Herbert Hoover First Strike, DCAM (Proof) | – | $4.00 – $42.00 |
| 2014-S Dollar Herbert Hoover With Signature, DCAM (Proof) | – | $15.00 – $78.00 |
