Presidential Silver Medals

About This Series

Produced by the United States Mint as an official series honoring every American president, Presidential Silver Medals provide a comprehensive medallic portrait gallery from George Washington through the modern era. Each medal features a presidential portrait on the obverse with reverses illustrating key achievements or defining moments of that administration. Struck in .999 fine silver, typically at 38-39 mm diameter comparable to a silver dollar, these medals serve both educational and collecting purposes. Unlike commemorative coins requiring Congressional authorization, Presidential medals are produced under the Mint's general authority, allowing series continuity without legislative delays. Earlier bronze versions date to 19th-century Mint programs, while silver versions represent a premium offering for the numismatic collector market. Complete sets spanning all presidents constitute an impressive collection documenting evolving artistic styles alongside American political history. The consistent format across administrations enables collectors to assemble a unified series that no other category of American numismatics provides.