A Gem Proof Tribute to America's 6th President

This listing offers a remarkable and highly collectible piece of modern American numismatics. It is a 2008-S John Quincy Adams Presidential Dollar, officially certified and encapsulated by the Professional Coin Grading Service, or PCGS, at the prestigious PR69DCAM, or Proof 69 Deep Cameo, grade. This coin is part of the United States Mint's acclaimed Presidential One Dollar Coin Program and features a stunning proof finish with exceptional cameo contrast. It is securely housed in a tamper-evident PCGS holder, guaranteeing its authenticity and preservation for future generations.

Historical Context: The Presidential Dollar Series

The Presidential One Dollar Coin Program was authorized by Public Law 109-145 and began in 2007. The program sought to revitalize the design of United States coins and honor the nation's former presidents by issuing one dollar coins featuring their images in the order that they served. The John Quincy Adams Dollar was the sixth design issued in the program and the second released in 2008.

John Quincy Adams: The 6th President

John Quincy Adams served as the 6th President of the United States from 1825 to 1829. Born into politics as the son of second United States President John Adams and Abigail Adams, he watched the American Revolution unfold as a child and accompanied his father on diplomatic posts to Europe. He became president by the slimmest of margins in a controversial election ultimately decided in the United States House of Representatives by one vote. As president, he proposed a wide system of roads and canals to stimulate the economy, and the Cumberland Road was extended into Ohio during his administration. After his unsuccessful bid for re-election, Adams went on to serve nine terms in the United States House of Representatives, making him one of only two former presidents to later serve in Congress.

Design and Specifications

The obverse features a portrait of John Quincy Adams, with the inscriptions JOHN QUINCY ADAMS above his portrait and 6TH PRESIDENT 1825-1829 arched below. The reverse, designed by Don Everhart, features a striking rendition of the Statue of Liberty spanning the design from lower right to upper left, with a large one dollar sign in the right field. The inscription UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surrounds the periphery. The edge is lettered with the year 2008, the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM, and the S mint mark.

Product Specifications

Denomination: 1 Dollar
Year: 2008
Mint: San Francisco, S mint mark
Grade: PR69DCAM
Certification: PCGS
PCGS Number: 394881
Reverse Designer: Don Everhart
Composition: 88.5 percent Copper, 6 percent Zinc, 3.5 percent Manganese, 2 percent Nickel
Weight: 8.10 grams
Diameter: 26.50 millimeters
Edge: Lettered
Proof Mintage: 3,083,940 pieces

Understanding the PR69DCAM Designation

PR69, or Proof 69, indicates a near-perfect proof coin with exceptional eye appeal, sharp strike, and virtually no visible imperfections under magnification. DCAM, or Deep Cameo, indicates a strong, visually apparent contrast between the heavily frosted raised design elements and the highly reflective, mirror-like background fields.

This coin has been authenticated and graded by PCGS, one of the world's leading third-party coin grading services. It is securely encased in a tamper-evident PCGS holder, which protects the coin's condition and guarantees its authenticity.

Why This Coin Deserves a Place in Your Collection

This coin carries certified authenticity and grade, as the PCGS slab provides a lifetime guarantee of the coin's genuineness and near-perfect PR69 grade, verifiable by certification number. It is a gem proof quality example, with the PR69DCAM designation indicating a stunning coin with bold cameo contrast. It holds historic significance, honoring John Quincy Adams, the 6th President, whose presidential election was decided by a single vote in the House of Representatives. It is a San Francisco proof issue, struck at the historic San Francisco Mint. Most of all, it is part of the widely collected Presidential One Dollar Coin Program.

This coin is more than currency. It is a gem proof tribute to America's 6th president, offering a near-perfect example of a historic issue from the acclaimed Presidential Dollar series. For the discerning collector, it represents a truly significant and desirable acquisition.

The auction is live. Coins of this caliber do not appear often. Place your bid and secure this remarkable piece of history for your collection.

Dimensions:
Height 6, Width 3.5, Depth 0.5 inches
Weight 0.2 lbs

Condition:
Excellent, as graded by PCGS.

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• Low Estimate: 100.00
• High Estimate: 200.00