1923 (S) Peace Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$49,200 MS66 08-22-2021 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1923 (S) Peace Dollar is a dollar from the San Francisco Mint, belonging to the Peace Dollars 1921-1935 series. The U.S. Mint produced 19.0 million examples, making this ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 34% 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. Minted during and after World War I, as America emerged as a global power and experienced the prosperity of the Roaring Twenties. 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 $2.8K 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 #7362.