1922-D VAM-1F

Description

Discovered by Larry Briggs in August 2002, the 1922-D VAM-1F is popularly known as the "Spiked Eye" — a vivid nickname earned by its defining characteristic: a thin, long, slightly slanted die gouge running through Liberty's eye on Anthony de Francisci's Peace Dollar obverse. Classified as B1a in the VAM system, this gouge creates an unmistakable spike-like protrusion through the eye area that makes VAM-1F one of the most visually distinctive Peace Dollar varieties. The dramatic placement on such a prominent facial feature contributes to its popularity among collectors who appreciate varieties with immediate visual impact rather than subtle die markers requiring high magnification. The 1922-D was struck at the Denver Mint with a mintage of 15,063,000 — the second-highest in the series — ensuring a substantial surviving population from which attributed examples can be identified. Struck in 90% silver at 26.73 grams on 38.1mm planchets. The "Spiked Eye" nickname has made VAM-1F a crossover collectible, attracting both dedicated VAM specialists and general collectors drawn to named varieties with strong visual appeal.

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