The Inaugural Coin of the Presidential Dollar Series

This listing offers a remarkable and highly collectible piece of modern American numismatics. It is a 2007-D George Washington Presidential Dollar, officially certified by the Independent Coin Graders, or ICG, at the prestigious MS67, or Mint State 67, grade. This coin is from the Denver Mint and is part of a First Strike limited edition of 20,000, meaning it was released no later than 30 days of the original general public issue date. It is encapsulated in a protective ICG slab, preserving its exceptional condition.

Historical Context: The Presidential One Dollar Coin Program

The Presidential One Dollar Coin Program was authorized by Public Law 109-145, signed on December 22, 2005. The program was designed to honor the United States Presidents in chronological order, issuing coins featuring each president for a limited time before moving to the next. The 2007-D Washington Dollar is the first Presidential Dollar coin released by the Denver Mint in the series.

The coin was officially released into circulation on February 15, 2007. The series was intended to generate renewed interest in dollar coins, and the mintage of 163,680,000 coins for the Denver issue reflected this ambition.

Design and Specifications

The obverse, designed by Joseph Menna, features a portrait of George Washington, the first President of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797. The inscriptions include GEORGE WASHINGTON at the top, and 1ST PRESIDENT and 1789-1797 at the bottom. The reverse, designed by Don Everhart, features the Statue of Liberty, spanning the design from lower right to upper left, with a large one dollar sign in the right field. The inscriptions UNITED STATES OF AMERICA surround the periphery. The edge is lettered with the year, mint mark, and the inscriptions E PLURIBUS UNUM and IN GOD WE TRUST.

Product Specifications

Denomination: 1 Dollar
Year: 2007
Mint: Denver, D mint mark
Grade: MS67
Certification: ICG
Designers: Joseph Menna, obverse; Don Everhart, reverse
Composition: Outer layer of Manganese Brass, 77 percent Copper, 12 percent Zinc, 7 percent Manganese, 4 percent Nickel, over a pure Copper core
Weight: 8.10 grams
Diameter: 26.50 millimeters
Edge: Lettered
Mintage: 163,680,000 pieces
First Strike Edition: Limited to 20,000

Understanding the MS67 Designation

MS, or Mint State, indicates an uncirculated coin with no signs of wear. The 67 grade indicates a superb gem-quality coin with a sharp strike, brilliant luster, and only minor imperfections visible under magnification. According to population data, PCGS has graded 30 examples at MS67, and NGC has graded 1, making this a conditionally scarce grade for the issue.

This coin is part of a First Strike limited edition of 20,000. The First Strike designation indicates that the coin was released no later than 30 days of the original general public issue date, adding to its collectible pedigree and appeal.

This coin has been authenticated and graded by ICG, or Independent Coin Graders. It is securely encapsulated in a protective slab, which preserves 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 ICG slab provides expert verification of the coin's genuineness and high MS67 grade. It is an inaugural issue, the first release in the popular Presidential One Dollar Coin Program, which honors the legacy of America's presidents. It is a high-grade example, with MS67 being a superb gem grade with limited population, making it a desirable addition for collectors. It carries a First Strike pedigree, a limited edition of 20,000, adding collectible cachet to this already significant coin. Most of all, it features a classic design with the iconic portraits of George Washington and the Statue of Liberty.

This coin is more than currency. It is the inaugural coin of the Presidential Dollar series, offering a high-grade First Strike example of the first release honoring America's first president. 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 3.5, Width 2.25, Depth 0.5 inches
Weight 0.2 lbs

Condition:
Excellent

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• Low Estimate: 50.00
• High Estimate: 100.00