James Buchanan Presidential Dollar Lapel Pin, Uncirculated One Gold Dollar Coin Enamel Pin

Honor the 15th President of the United States with this James Buchanan Presidential Dollar Lapel Pin, crafted from an authentic uncirculated golden dollar coin. This enamel pin features a detailed portrait of President Buchanan, making it a meaningful keepsake for history lovers, coin collectors, and patriotic Americans.

The pin is expertly designed with a secure clasp, perfect for wearing on jackets, hats, ties, or display in a collection. Whether you’re adding to your presidential memorabilia or gifting to a collector, this unique lapel pin combines history, heritage, and craftsmanship in one timeless accessory.

✅ Genuine uncirculated U.S. dollar coin
✅ Gold-tone enamel lapel pin with secure clasp
✅ Features President James Buchanan (1857–1861), 15th President of the United States
✅ Perfect gift for coin collectors, history buffs, teachers, and patriots
✅ Wearable art and collectible keepsake

Add this distinguished James Buchanan coin lapel pin to your collection today and showcase your love of American history.

Approximately .80" in diameter

Authentic Uncirculated USA Coins

Hand Crafted by Artisan in the USA

Rhodium Plated Gold Butterfly Clasp Backing

Presidential $1 Coin Program

Presidential dollar coins began on January 1, 2007, and like the 50 State quarters program, was not scheduled to end until every eligible subject was honored. The program was to issue coins featuring each of four presidents per year on the obverse, issuing one for three months before moving on to the next president in chronological order by term in office. To be eligible, a President must have been deceased for at least two years prior to the time of minting. The United States Mint called it the Presidential $1 Coin Program.
Background

James Buchanan, the 15th U.S. President, was born on April 23, 1791, near Mercersburg, Pa. The oldest of 11 children, he began a successful law career in 1812. During the War of 1812, he helped defend Baltimore against British attack. A gifted orator, he became a state legislator, and later served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate and as U.S. minister to Russia. In 1845, he became President James K. Polk’s secretary of state. His later service abroad as U.S. minister to Great Britain helped insulate him from the growing domestic controversy over slavery, which was reaching a crescendo by 1856, helping him secure the Democratic Party’s nomination for President. He served one term in office, 1857-1861. He did not seek re-election in 1860.

Two days after Buchanan was inaugurated, the U.S. Supreme Court issued the controversialDred Scott decision, which effectively legalized slavery in all U.S. territories, which served as another factor to further propel the Nation toward civil war. He was successful in opening and securing ports on the West Coast, which enhanced trade with Asian countries. In December 1860, in the wake of Abraham Lincoln’s election as President, 11 southern states declared secession from the union and formed the Confederate States of America. Former President Buchanan died on June 1, 1868, in Lancaster, Pa.

Coinage Legislation under President James Buchanan

No coinage legislation was enacted during President Buchanan’s term.

United States Mint Directors Appointed by President James Buchanan

No United States Mint Directors were appointed by President Buchanan.