Title:
2008 US Mint Presidential $1 Proof Set
Description:
The 2008 US Mint Presidential $1 Proof coin specs include a 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, 2% nickel composition with a manganese-brass clad outer layer, a standard diameter of 26.5 mm, a weight of 8.1 grams, and a lettered edge. These coins were produced at the San Francisco Mint, indicated by an ”S” mint mark, and feature a special proof finish with a mirror-like background and frosted design elements, distinguishing them from business strike coins.
Key Specifications
Denomination: $1
Composition: 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, and 2% nickel
Diameter: 26.5 mm (1.043 inches)
Weight: 8.1 grams
Edge: Lettered with inscriptions like ”E Pluribus Unum” and ”In God We Trust”
Manufacturing & Features
Proof Finish:
A special manufacturing process that includes polishing the dies and planchets to create a brilliant, mirror-like background and a frosted appearance for the design.
Mint Mark:
The coins bear an ”S” mint mark, signifying they were produced at the San Francisco Mint.
Strikes:
Proof coins are struck multiple times under higher pressure to ensure sharp, high-relief detail.
Packaging:
These coins are individually inspected and placed in special presentation cases to preserve their exceptional finish and are often sold as part of the annual proof set
Key Specifications
Denomination: $1
Composition: 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, and 2% nickel
Diameter: 26.5 mm (1.043 inches)
Weight: 8.1 grams
Edge: Lettered with inscriptions like ”E Pluribus Unum” and ”In God We Trust”
Manufacturing & Features
Proof Finish:
A special manufacturing process that includes polishing the dies and planchets to create a brilliant, mirror-like background and a frosted appearance for the design.
Mint Mark:
The coins bear an ”S” mint mark, signifying they were produced at the San Francisco Mint.
Strikes:
Proof coins are struck multiple times under higher pressure to ensure sharp, high-relief detail.
Packaging:
These coins are individually inspected and placed in special presentation cases to preserve their exceptional finish and are often sold as part of the annual proof set
Country:
United States
Barcode:
704785055834
Year:
2008
Material:
Cupronickel
Denomination:
$1.00
Weight:
8.1 g
Diameter:
26.49 mm
Edge:
Lettered
Date Added:
2021-02-16 11:41:28
Automatic Estimated Value:
~$9.98
Automatic Estimated Date:
2026-03-05
Date Added:
2021-02-16 11:41:28