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The Presidential $1 series has become one of the U.S. Mint's most notable projects for collectors. Issues are dedicated to each U.S. president, including a coin featuring George H.W. Bush and collectible pieces issued by private mints featuring George W. Bush.
George H. W. Bush Presidential $1 Coin Overview
The George Bush coin was added to the series later than originally planned. The issue was created based on a portrait design, with the obverse showing the president's profile and the reverse using a standard image of the Statue of Liberty.
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For those who analyze specimens alongside early issues, the William Henry Harrison dollar is a convenient reference point, as collectors often study early-to-modern presidential issue pairs.
Parameter | Value |
Metal | Manganese–brass alloy (same specifications as the entire series) |
Weight | 8.1 g |
Diameter | 26.5 mm |
Edge | With inscription (edge lettering) |
Mints | Philadelphia, Denver |
Year of Issue | 2020 |
George W. Bush Commemorative and Collectible Coins
Unlike his father's issue, George W. Bush's pieces include several varieties but are not part of the Presidential $1 series. The most sought-after versions are those with enhanced dies and special finishes.
Collectibles include:
Standard George Bush dollar coin (the younger) with a portrait obverse;
Limited commemorative editions;
Precious metal versions.
Some collectors separate pieces featuring the 43rd president into a separate section, as demand for modern political issues is growing. When organizing their collections, they often mention the James K. Polk dollar.
George W. Bush Coin varieties:
Presidential $1 issue. On one side—the president, on the other—the Statue of Liberty.
George Bush commemorative coin. These versions are minted in limited quantities, and the design may include elements of the president's term: quotes, symbols of international programs, and dates of key events.
Precious metals. Among collectors, versions categorized as George Bush gold coin are gaining popularity. They are not part of the official U.S. Mint circulation but appear as private or special issues. There is also a George Bush silver coin variant.
Value Guide for Bush Dollar Coins (Circulated & Uncirculated)
Assessment depends on condition, lot rarity, and edge inscription quality.
Valuation of the official George H.W. Bush Presidential $1 coin:
Circulated: $1–$2;
Uncirculated MS60–MS63: $3–$6;
MS64–MS65: $8–$14;
MS66: $18–$35;
MS67: $60–$140;
Proof-like specimens: subject to individual appraisal.
George W Bush coin value depends on the condition and the origin of the specific mint run. Pieces from early production runs show a smoother surface and minimal striking marks.
If you need to quickly determine the approximate value of a coin, the Coin ID Scanner app is convenient. It analyzes the obverse and reverse images, finds matches in the database, and displays estimated prices based on condition.
Although the main issues of George W Bush dollar coin belong to the modern period, the following error types exist:
Weak strike in the portrait area;
Misaligned edge lettering;
Partial absence of the inscription;
Traces of die clogging in the fields;
Uneven surface luster;
Slight off-center design alignment.
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