In 1916, the United States Mint produced a $1 gold commemorative coin in honor of former President William McKinley. This special coin was made at the request of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Association to recognize the presidents legacy 15 years after his tragic death. Provident Metals now offers 1916 $1 McKinley Gold Coins in certified condition.

Highlights:

• Comes with a protective plastic slab!
• 1st of 2 issues of the McKinley Gold Coin!
• Limited availability of certified coins!
• Contains .0484 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• The face value of $1 (USD) is fully backed by the US government.
• Graded Mint State 64 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• On the obverse is a bust of President McKinley.
• The reverse features a depiction of the McKinley Birthplace Memorial.

Each 1916 $1 McKinley Gold Coin available through Provident Metals is certified in Mint State 64 condition. These coins show typical mint luster and may display several small groups of contact marks. One or two heavier marks and minor patches of hairlines are also possible.

Obverse

The obverse of the 1916 McKinley Gold Coin shows a left-facing image of President William McKinley. While often associated with conservative ideals, his presidency saw important changes both at home and abroad. Under his leadership, the U.S. expanded by annexing Hawaii and acquiring territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. The inscriptions include UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, MCKINLEY, and DOLLAR.

Reverse

On the reverse of the 1916 $1 McKinley Gold Coin, youll find the McKinley Birthplace Memorial. This grand memorial in Ohio features a large domed mausoleum that rises 96 feet above the landscape. Finished in 1907, it was built using donations from more than a million citizens across the country. The inscriptions read MCKINLEY BIRTHPLACE, NILES OHIO, 1916, and MEMORIAL.

History

William McKinley served as America’s 25th president from 1897 until his death in 1901. His time in office helped shape the countrys role on the world stage, especially after the Spanish-American War. McKinley also supported strong economic policies, like protective tariffs and the gold standard, that helped pull the nation out of an economic slump.

Ordering

If you have any questions about gold coins or other collectibles, contact Provident Metals today. You can call us at 1-800-313-3315, chat with us online, or email us for assistance.