1921 Peace Dollar
Base
About This Coin
The 1921 Peace Dollar is a United States dollar from the Peace Dollars 1921-1935 series — the first year of the series. In 1921, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 1.0 million. The obverse features a youthful Liberty facing left wearing a radiate crown, designed after sculptor Anthony de Francisci's wife Teresa and the reverse displays a bald eagle perched on a rock above the word PEACE, with rays of sunlight. First year of the Peace Dollar, struck in high relief to commemorate the end of World War I. The Philadelphia Mint struck 1,006,473 Peace dollars in 1921. Like all Peace dollars through 1928, it was struck as part of the re-coinage required by the Pittman Act of 1918. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Across its variants, estimated values range from $235 to $202K depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $150K in PR66 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Anthony de Francisci.
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Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 across all of this coin's strike types, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(3)
1921 Peace Dollar - High Relief
1921 Peace Dollar - Sandblasted Antique Finish
1921 Proof Peace Dollar - Satin Finish
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