1926 Peace Dollar
Base
About This Coin
The 1926 Peace Dollar is a United States dollar from the Peace Dollars 1921-1935 series. In 1926, coins were struck at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 11.3 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. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. 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 $75 to $1.2K depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $120K in MS67 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Anthony de Francisci.
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)
1926 (D) Peace Dollar
1926 (S) Peace Dollar
1926 Peace Dollar
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