1977 (S) Proof Eisenhower Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$719 Proof 68 Cameo 02-23-2005 Goldberg Auctioneers

Description

The 1977 (S) Proof Eisenhower Dollar is a proof dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint, part of the Eisenhower Dollars 1971-1978 series. With a mintage of 3.3 million, this is a scarce issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 7% of total production. The obverse features Dwight D. Eisenhower facing left and the reverse displays an eagle landing on the moon with an olive branch in its talons, commemorating the Apollo 11 lunar landing. Return to the standard eagle-on-moon reverse after the Bicentennial. Only clad business strikes and proofs — no silver collector versions. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Estimated market value is approximately $6. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 22.7 grams, 38.5 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #7437.