Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States, is featured on the Eisenhower dollar coin.
This one-dollar coin was minted by the United States Mint from 1971 through 1978. The Eisenhower Dollar honored both President Eisenhower and the Apollo 11 moon landing.
- The obverse (heads side) of the coin features a portrait bust of Dwight D. Eisenhower.
- The reverse (tails side) of the coin, for coins minted between 1971 and 1978, features an eagle landing on the moon, adapted from the Apollo 11 mission insignia.
- A special reverse design was used for coins minted in 1975 and 1976 to celebrate the nation’s Bicentennial. This design featured a Liberty Bell superimposed on the moon.
- Eisenhower dollars were minted with two different compositions: copper-nickel clad for circulation and 40% silver for collectors.
- Circulation strike coins had outer layers of 75% copper and 25% nickel, clad with a 100% copper core.
- Collector’s strike coins had outer layers of 80% silver and a center of 20.9% silver.
- The Eisenhower dollar coins were minted at three locations: Philadelphia (no mint mark), Denver (D), and San Francisco (S).
- The mint mark is located on the obverse of the coin, beneath Eisenhower’s bust.
- While most Eisenhower dollars are not particularly rare or valuable, some varieties, like the 1972 Type II Reverse Uncirculated coin, can be worth a premium.
- The value of an Eisenhower dollar can vary significantly depending on its condition, mint mark, and specific variety.
Is Dwight D. Eisenhower on any coins?
The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential $1 Coin honors the 34th President of the United States. Dwight David “Ike” Eisenhower was born October 14, 1890, in Denison, Texas.
How much is a 1971 Eisenhower silver dollar worth?
1971 S SILVER Eisenhower Dollar Value
According to the NGC Price Guide, as of July 2025, a Eisenhower Dollar from 1971 S in circulated condition is worth between $12.50 and $13.75. However, on the open market 1971 S SILVER Silver Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $6250.
How much is a 1776 to 1976 Eisenhower Dollar coin worth?
According to the NGC Price Guide, as of August 2025, a Eisenhower Dollar from 1776-1976 S in circulated condition is worth between $12.75 and $14. However, on the open market 1776-1976 S SILVER Silver Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $7000.