Explore the significance of the 2011-P Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Dollar, a noteworthy addition to the U.S. Mint's Presidential Dollar Coin Program.
Key Specifications:
- Designer: Don Everhart
- Edge: Lettered
- Diameter: 26.50 millimeters
- Weight: 8.10 grams
- Mintage: 38,080,000
- Mint: Philadelphia
- Metal: 77% Copper, 12% Zinc, 1% other over a pure Copper core Mixed positions.
Edge Lettering Variations:
On Presidential Dollars, the edge lettering can either face up or down. Position A indicates the coins' edge can be read correctly only when the coins' obverse is facing down or if the reverse side is facing up.
Obverse Portrait:
Minted at the Philadelphia Mint ('P' mint mark), the coin features a meticulously crafted obverse portrait of Ulysses S. Grant. This depiction captures Grant's distinctive facial features and reflects the style of his era, providing a tangible connection to the mid-19th century.
Obverse Inscriptions:
Above the portrait, the inscription "Ulysses S. Grant" clearly identifies the figure depicted. Arched below the portrait are the inscriptions "IN GOD WE TRUST," "18th President," and the years "1869-1877," marking the duration of Grant's presidency.
Reverse Design:
The reverse side of the coin showcases the iconic Statue of Liberty, a consistent and unifying design element across the Presidential Dollar series. Below Liberty's right arm, the denomination "$1" is prominently shown, signifying the coin's legal tender status. The words "United States of America" encircle the design, completing its patriotic theme.
