1916 McKinley Memorial Commemorative Gold Dollar
Base
About This Coin
The 1916 McKinley Memorial Commemorative Gold Dollar is a United States Gold Dollar from the Classic Gold Commemoratives (1903-1926) series — 5th of 8 years in the series. In 1916, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 9,987. This represents the lowest annual mintage in the entire series, below the series median of 10,041. The obverse features designs varying by commemorative issue and the reverse displays designs varying by commemorative issue. Produced during the Progressive Era, when President Theodore Roosevelt championed a renaissance in American coin design that produced some of the most beautiful coins ever struck. Struck in 90% gold, 10% copper, weighing 1.7 grams, 14.3 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. A notable auction result reached $63K in PR64 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Charles E. Barber/George T. Morgan.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(2)
1916 McKinley Memorial Commemorative Gold Dollar
1916 Proof McKinley Memorial Commemorative Gold Dollar
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