CVC & Collectables presents the iconic United States Peace Dollar in Very Good to Extremely Fine (VG-XF) condition—an affordable way to own one of America’s most historic silver dollars. Struck from 1921 to 1935, the Peace Dollar commemorated peace following the end of the First World War and has become a cornerstone of U.S. numismatics. Each coin is hand-selected from the VG through XF grade range, offering honest circulation wear, original character, and over 90 years of American history. Dates, mint marks, strike characteristics, and natural toning will vary.
Coin Highlights:
• Issuer: United States
• Date: Random Year (1921–1935)
• Denomination: $1 Dollar
• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
• Weight: 26.73 grams
• Actual Silver Weight: 0.7734 Troy oz
• Diameter: 38.1 mm
• Edge: Reeded
• Condition: Very Good to Extremely Fine (VG-XF)
• Mint: Philadelphia, Denver, or San Francisco (varies)
• Designer: Anthony de Francisci
What Makes a Peace Dollar VG-XF?
• VG (Very Good): Major design elements remain visible, though Liberty’s hair and the eagle’s feathers show considerable wear. Rims are complete, and lettering remains readable.
• F-VF (Fine to Very Fine): More hair detail begins to appear, facial features become stronger, and the eagle’s wing feathers show clearer separation.
• XF (Extremely Fine): Light to moderate wear on the highest points, with strong hair detail on Liberty and bold feather definition on the eagle.
• Original Circulated Character: Many examples display attractive silver-gray patina, light toning, or honest signs of commerce from early 20th-century circulation.
• Typical Grade Range: Approximately VG8 through XF45 on the Sheldon Coin Grading Scale.
Design Details:
• Obverse: Left-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a radiant crown, inspired by the designer’s wife, Teresa de Francisci, with LIBERTY above and the date below.
• Reverse: Majestic bald eagle resting on a mountaintop clutching an olive branch, with the word “PEACE” boldly displayed beneath.
Historical Significance:
Created in the aftermath of World War I and struck during America’s silver coinage reforms following the Pittman Act, the Peace Dollar symbolized a nation entering a new era. Its bold, modern design remains one of the most recognized in U.S. coinage.
Collectibility:
VG-XF Peace Dollars are popular with collectors who appreciate originality, history, and affordability. These circulated examples often tell a story through their wear, making them ideal for type sets, starter collections, or anyone seeking genuine pre-war U.S. silver with collector appeal.
