1971 (S) Proof Silver Eisenhower Dollar - Type 1 Reverse

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

1971

Denomination

Dollar

Mint Mark

Series

Eisenhower Dollars 1971-1978

Designer

Frank Gasparro/Michael Collins & James Cooper

Mintage

4,265,234

Composition

Outer layers - 80% Silver, 20% Copper; Center - 79% Copper, 21% Silver

Weight

22.7g

Diameter

38.5mm

Edge

Reeded

Value Estimates

$1 - $39

Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.

Description

The 1971 (S) Proof Silver Eisenhower Dollar - Type 1 Reverse is a dollar from the San Francisco Mint, belonging to the Eisenhower Dollars 1971-1978 series. With a mintage of 4.3 million, this is a scarce issue — the lowest mintage among 5 mint variants, representing only 3% 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. First year of the Eisenhower Dollar, the last large-size U.S. dollar coin. The 40% silver San Francisco issue was sold in "blue pack" (uncirculated) and "brown pack" (proof) packaging. Coined at the San Francisco Mint, which transitioned from Gold Rush-era production to its modern role producing proof and collector issues. Estimated market value ranges from $1 to $39 depending on grade and condition. Struck in outer layers - 80% silver, 20% copper; center - 79% copper, 21% silver, weighing 22.7 grams, 38.5 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #518389.