Thomas Jefferson Presidential $1 Coin

This is a United States one-dollar coin featuring the likeness of Thomas Jefferson, the 3rd President of the United States. Part of the Presidential $1 Coin Program, this specific coin was first released in 2007. The obverse depicts a forward-facing portrait of Jefferson with the inscriptions 'THOMAS JEFFERSON' around the top and '3rd PRESIDENT 1801-1809' along the bottom. The coin is composed of a manganese-brass clad over a pure copper core, giving it a distinctive golden appearance. It measures 26.5mm in diameter and has a thickness of 2mm. The construction involves a three-layer process: a core of pure copper sandwiched between outer layers of 77% copper, 12% zinc, 7% manganese, and 4% nickel. This example shows signs of light circulation, with visible surface scratches and some minor grime or verdigris accumulation along the lower inner rim. The striking quality appears standard for business strikes, showing moderate detail in the hair and facial features. The edge of the coin, though not fully visible, would traditionally feature incused lettering including the year of minting, the mint mark, and the mottoes 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' and 'IN GOD WE TRUST'.