What the U.S. Mint is offering
The official U.S. Mint product page presents two Philadelphia options for the same 2026 $1 coin. The 25-coin roll is item 26SQRP; the 100-coin bag is item 26SQBP. The product page labels both as upcoming releases and gives the same September 2 opening time.
These are not precious-metal coins. Their golden color comes from the manganese-brass alloy used for modern U.S. dollar coins. Each piece has a $1 face value and is legal tender. The Mint says the coins in these collector products have a circulating finish but have never been released into circulation.
| Official listing detail | 25-coin roll | 100-coin bag |
|---|---|---|
| Item number | 26SQRP | 26SQBP |
| Mint facility | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| Current listed price | $61 | $154.50 |
| Face value inside | $25 | $100 |
| Price per coin | $2.44 | $1.545 |
| Premium over face value | $36 total, or $1.44 per coin | $54.50 total, or $0.545 per coin |
| Product limit | 150,000 rolls | 50,000 bags |
| Household limit | 2 rolls | 2 bags |
The bag has the lower Mint premium per coin, while the roll requires a smaller total purchase. Shipping and any applicable tax can change a buyer's final cost, so the checkout total matters more than the catalog price alone.
What appears on the 2026 Trump dollar
Obverse
The obverse carries a portrait of Donald J. Trump. The inscriptions are LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, and the dual date 1776 ~ 2026. According to the Mint, Chief Engraver Joseph Menna designed the portrait using an official White House photograph by Daniel Torok as inspiration.
Reverse
The reverse uses a version of the Presidential Seal. An eagle holds an olive branch and arrows, with E PLURIBUS UNUM on a banner. The shield includes the number 250, while the outer inscriptions read UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ONE DOLLAR.
Specifications
The Mint's campaign and specification page lists the alloy as 88.5% copper, 6% zinc, 3.5% manganese, and 2% nickel. Each coin weighs 8.10 grams, measures 26.49 millimeters across, and is 2.00 millimeters thick. The edge is plain. The pieces are produced in Philadelphia with no mint mark and no privy mark.
Why this release is historically unusual
Portraits of living people on U.S. coins are uncommon, and a sitting president on a circulating U.S. coin is especially unusual. The frequently cited historical comparison is the 1926 Sesquicentennial half dollar, which portrayed President Calvin Coolidge alongside George Washington during Coolidge's term.
The 2026 program comes from the Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020. That law authorized special 2026 circulating designs emblematic of the United States Semiquincentennial.
A neutral note on the legal debate
News coverage has also discussed whether a living president may appear on this coin. The 2026-program provision in federal law specifically says that no portrait of a living person may appear on the reverse of coins issued under that program. The Mint's final Trump portrait is on the obverse. Critics have cited other federal coin-design provisions in questioning the issue, while Treasury and administration officials have taken the position that the coin can be issued under the 2026 authority.
CoinHub is not offering a legal conclusion. For collectors, the verifiable facts are that the Mint has published the design, specifications, product options, prices, limits, and September 2 sale time on its official website. Any later change should be checked against the Mint's current listing and official notices.
Do not confuse this $1 coin with other Trump products
The roll-and-bag product is a base-metal, circulating-finish legal-tender dollar. It is separate from any 24-karat gold Trump product discussed in Mint announcements or news coverage. It is also different from privately produced medals, tokens, plated pieces, colorized souvenirs, and marketplace items that may use similar search terms.
- Use the official product numbers 26SQRP and 26SQBP when comparing listings.
- Look for the exact 2026 obverse and Presidential Seal reverse shown by the Mint.
- Do not assume the word "gold" in a listing describes metal content; this dollar is not a gold coin.
- Treat presale delivery promises cautiously until the Mint has released the product and the seller can document what is being offered.
A collector checklist before September 2
- Choose the package that fits your purpose. A roll is the lower-cost entry. A bag is cheaper per coin but requires a larger purchase.
- Recheck the official listing near noon ET. Price, limits, timing, and availability can change. The live Mint page controls the actual order.
- Set a total budget, not just a coin budget. Include shipping and tax before deciding whether the per-coin cost works for you.
- Keep the original packaging and order record. Roll wrappers, bag tags, and purchase documentation help establish the product's origin.
- Avoid automatic value claims. A household limit or political prominence does not guarantee a sellout, scarcity, grade, or future premium.
Frequently asked questions
When does the 2026 Trump $1 coin go on sale?
The U.S. Mint currently lists September 2, 2026, at 12 noon Eastern Time for both the 25-coin roll and 100-coin bag.
How much does a roll of 2026 Trump dollars cost?
The official listing currently prices the 25-coin Philadelphia roll, item 26SQRP, at $61. That equals $2.44 per coin before shipping and any applicable tax.
How much does the 100-coin bag cost?
The 100-coin Philadelphia bag, item 26SQBP, is currently listed at $154.50, or $1.545 per coin before shipping and any applicable tax.
Is the 2026 Trump dollar made of gold?
No. The roll-and-bag coin is a manganese-brass dollar made mostly of copper. Its gold color does not mean it contains gold.
Does the coin have a mint mark?
No. The Mint says the coins are produced at Philadelphia without a mint mark.
Will these coins enter circulation?
The coins are legal tender and have a circulating finish. The Mint says the pieces sold in its rolls and bags have never been placed into circulation. Separate circulation or bulk distribution can depend on Mint production and demand.
How many 2026 Trump dollars will be made?
The product page says there is no mintage limit. Its 150,000-roll and 50,000-bag limits apply to those catalog products, not necessarily to total coin production.
Is the 2026 Trump dollar guaranteed to become valuable?
No. Future value depends on supply, demand, condition, packaging, and actual transactions. Neither a product limit nor a household limit guarantees appreciation.
Collectors following the broader 2026 program may also want CoinHub's 2026 Constitution quarter guide. For modern dollar collecting beyond this release, see our guide to Sacagawea dollars worth money and the 2026 Steve Jobs American Innovation dollar.
Source and update note: Product details were checked against official U.S. Mint pages on August 13, 2026. Prices, limits, dates, and availability can change. Official U.S. Mint product photography is used for news reporting and identification; CoinHub's editorial layout does not imply U.S. Mint endorsement.