1990 (W) Eisenhower Dollar

Coin Details

Auction Record

$403 MS70 08-19-2007 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1990 (W) Eisenhower Dollar is a commemorative dollar struck at the West Point Mint. The U.S. Mint produced 241,669 examples. Authorized to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Dwight D. The obverse features dual overlapping portraits of Dwight D. Eisenhower — a larger portrait facing left as a five-star general in World War II uniform, and a smaller portrait facing right as President in a suit, while the reverse displays Eisenhower's retirement home at the Gettysburg National Historic Site in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Designed by John M. Mercanti/Marcel Jovini. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #9638. The Eisenhower dollar's dual-portrait concept makes it one of the most creative designs in the modern commemorative series, capturing both Ike's military and political careers on a single coin.