$1 Peace Dollar Certified MS63 (Dates Vary)

Introduction

The $1 Peace Silver Dollar is a classic United States coin celebrated for its elegant design and symbolism of peace following World War I. Designed by sculptor Anthony de Francisci, the series represents a distinctive chapter in American coinage and remains a favorite among collectors of historic silver dollars. This example is certified MS63, representing a Choice Uncirculated coin with no wear from circulation. Dates and mintmarks vary based on availability.

History

The Peace Dollar was introduced in 1921 to commemorate the restoration of peace following World War I. Its creation reflected a national desire to recognize the end of the conflict through a new silver dollar design. Sculptor Anthony de Francisci won the competition to design the coin, creating a modern interpretation of Liberty and a reverse emphasizing peace.

Peace Dollars were struck from 1921 through 1928 and again in 1934 and 1935 at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints. The first-year 1921 issue featured a high-relief design, which was modified to a lower relief for subsequent production to improve striking efficiency. Production ended in 1935, making the original Peace Dollar series the last circulating U.S. silver dollar design struck in 90% silver.

Today, Peace Dollars are collected by date, mintmark, variety, and condition. Certified MS63 examples offer collectors an opportunity to own a Choice Uncirculated example of this historic series, preserving a tangible connection to early 20th-century American history.

Design

The obverse features Anthony de Francisci's left-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a radiant crown, with the inscriptions LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST. The date appears below the portrait. The design was inspired in part by the sculptor's wife, Teresa de Francisci, who served as a model for Liberty.

The reverse depicts a bald eagle resting on a mountaintop, holding an olive branch while facing the rays of a rising sun. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, and ONE DOLLAR appear around the design, with the inscription PEACE positioned below the eagle. The mintmark, when present, appears on the reverse near the eagle's tail feathers.