The Peace Dollar was struck from the standard composition of 90% silver and 10% copper. The coin has a weight of 26.730 grams, diameter of 38.10 mm, and a reeded edge.
During the series, coins were produced at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mint facilities. The mint mark for the latter two facilities appears on the reverse of the coin near the eagle’s tail feathers.
It is worth noting that many of the issues struck at the San Francisco Mint are exceedingly difficult to find in gem grades or higher. The majority will suffer from weak strikes, heavy abrasions, and bag marks, which typically limit the condition. Attractive, high-grade specimens for these issues represent genuine conditional rarities, which are highly valued by collectors.
Peace Dollar Coin Specifications
- Dates: 1921-1935, 2021-date
- Mint Mark: none (Philadelphia), “D” (Denver), “S” (San Francisco)
- Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper (1921-1935); 99.9% silver (2021-date)
- Weight: 0.8594 troy ounces (26.730 g)
- Diameter: 1.500 inches (38.10 mm)
- Edge: reeded
- Designer: Anthony de Francisci
Frequently Asked Questions
The Peace Dollar was struck by the U.S. Mint from 1921 to 1935 and has been struck from 2021 to the present day.
The metal content of the Peace Dollar from 1878 to 1921 is 90% silver and 10% copper. The metal content of the Peace Dollar from 2021 to the present day is 99.9% silver.
The Peace Dollar’s weight is 0.8594 troy ounces (26.730 g).
The diameter of the Peace Dollar is 1.500 inches (38.10 mm).
The Peace Dollar was designed by Anthony de Francisci in 1921.
