Peace Dollars - 1921-1935

Overview of Peace Dollars

Peace Dollars are a series of silver coins produced in the United States from 1921 to 1935, embodying a message of peace and hope following the devastation of World War I. Designed by the acclaimed sculptor Anthony de Francisci, these peace silver dollars feature Lady Liberty on the obverse and a majestic eagle on the reverse, symbolizing the nation's aspirations for a harmonious future. The significance of Peace Dollars extends beyond their monetary value; they represent a poignant historical moment and the collective desire for global peace.

The introduction of the Peace Dollar was prompted by the Pittman Act of 1918, which authorized the melting of millions of silver dollars to support the silver market. As the nation emerged from the shadows of war, the desire to commemorate peace led to the creation of these iconic peace silver dollars. The first Peace Dollars were struck in 1921, marking a new era in American coinage. Over the years, these coins have become a favorite among collectors and a symbol of resilience and hope.

Peace dollars consist of 90% silver and 10% copper. Minted at Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco,, key dates and varieties play a significant role in the series:

• 1921 (First Year Issue): All coins were struck in high relief.
• 1924 S: Only 1,728,000 coins were minted making this coin scarce in grades certified above Brilliant Uncirculated.
• 1925 S: Just over 1.6 million coins were produced, the limited quantity attributing to the coin's rarity in higher grades.
• 1927 D: Despite a higher mintage than the Philadelphia and San Francisco, the 1927 D Peace dollar is considered a rare date because of the quality issues coming out of Denver. Finding coins in Uncirculated condition or higher is tough for collectors.
• 1928: It is the lowest minted Peace dollar with just 360,646 coins struck.
• 1934 D Double Die Obverse: As one of the last dates and mint marks struck in the series, the mintage of the 1934 D DDO is still unknown. The date is doubled and the reverse features both Large D and Small D varieties.