Design and Specifications of the Ronald Reagan Dollar
The Ronald Reagan Presidential $1 Coin was released in 2016 as part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program. It honors the 40th President of the United States, who served from 1981 to 1989. Reagan was known for his economic policies, ending the Cold War, and his famous ‘tear down this wall’ speech in Berlin.
| Weight | 5.67 grams |
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| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), D (Denver) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel clad (outer layers 75% copper, 25% nickel; core 100% copper) |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Ronald Reagan facing right, designed by Richard Masters |
| Reverse Design | Statue of Liberty, designed by Don Everhart |
| Years of Minting | 2016 |
Collectibility and Rare Varieties
The condition of the coin significantly impacts its value, with uncirculated specimens commanding higher prices. While not particularly rare, high-grade examples and any error coins (such as off-center strikes or double dies) could be more valuable. As a modern coin, most examples are in excellent condition, making truly exceptional pieces stand out to collectors.
| 2016-D | 5,880,000 minted; common |
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| 2016-P | 5,880,000 minted; common |
Explore Ronald Reagan Dollar Values by Year
Most Valuable Ronald Reagan 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-P Dollar Ronald Reagan Position A (Regular Strike) | – | $5.00 – $10.00 |
| 2016-P Dollar Ronald Reagan Position B (Regular Strike) | – | $4.00 – $1,250.00 |
| 2016-D Dollar Ronald Reagan Position A (Regular Strike) | – | $6.00 – $10.00 |
| 2016-S Dollar Ronald Reagan, DCAM (Proof) | – | $7.00 – $35.00 |
| 2016-S Dollar Ronald Reagan First Strike, DCAM (Proof) | – | $8.00 – $45.00 |
| 2016-S Dollar Ronald Reagan First Day of Issue, DCAM (Proof) | – | $7.00 – $45.00 |
| 2016-P Dollar Ronald Reagan Position A First Strike (Regular Strike) | – | $30.00 |
| 2016-D Dollar Ronald Reagan Position A First Strike (Regular Strike) | – | $7.00 |
