1922 (S) Peace Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$41,125 MS66 05-17-2018 Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Description

Part of the Peace Dollars 1921-1935 series, the 1922 (S) Peace Dollar is a dollar from the San Francisco Mint. The U.S. Mint produced 17.5 million examples, making this ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 21% of production. 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. The relief was lowered for mass production after the high-relief 1921 dies caused striking problems. Combined 1922 production across three mints exceeded 84 million — the highest in the series. San Francisco's storied mint, born of the California Gold Rush, has evolved into the primary producer of U.S. proof coins. Estimated market value ranges from $74 to $1.5K depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #7359.