1927-S VAM-1

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Discovery Date

1927

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Description

Holding the distinction of lowest mintage among all regular-issue Peace Dollars, the 1927-S VAM-1 "Normal Die" establishes the baseline die pairing for this key date — just 866,000 pieces struck at the San Francisco Mint. This key-date status means the baseline VAM-1 itself is a significant coin, far scarcer than common-date varieties at equivalent rarity levels. Classified as Obverse II type with B2a reverse featuring a micro S mintmark, the normal die designation means this pairing exhibits no noteworthy anomalies, serving as the benchmark against which all other 1927-S varieties are measured. The R-3 rarity rating indicates 200 to 500 specimens attributed to this combination, and the I-1 interest level reflects that collectors pursue the 1927-S for its key-date status rather than variety diagnostics. Anthony de Francisci's design was struck in 90% silver at 26.73 grams on 38.1mm planchets. The 1927-S commands substantial premiums across all grades, and as the baseline VAM-1, this die pairing is the foundational starting point for any comprehensive 1927-S variety study.