The value of a 1922 silver dollar coin, commonly known as a Peace Dollar, varies significantly based on its condition (grade), mint mark, and any potential errors.
- Mint Mark:
– No Mint Mark (Philadelphia Mint): These are the most common 1922 Peace Dollars, as the Philadelphia Mint produced the majority (nearly 52 million) that year. Their value is usually slightly above their melt value, typically ranging from $15 to $30 in circulated condition.
– “D” Mint Mark (Denver Mint): 1922-D Peace Dollars are rarer, with a mintage of around 15 million. Their values generally range from $30 to $40 in circulated condition.
– “S” Mint Mark (San Francisco Mint): 1922-S Peace Dollars are also less common than Philadelphia minted coins, but less rare than the Denver ones. Their values are generally in the $30 to $39 price range in circulated condition.
- Condition (Grade): The better the coin’s condition, the higher its value. Coins are graded using the Sheldon Scale (1-70), with higher numbers representing better condition. Some example values for a 1922-D Peace Dollar (the rarest mint mark for this year) are:
– Good-4 : $35 – $42.50
– Fine-12 : $36 – $43.50
– Extremely Fine-40: $38 – $45
– About Uncirculated-50: $47 – $47.50
– Uncirculated-60 : $70 – $55
– [MS-63] : $100 – $135
– MS-65 : $575 – $900
– MS-66 : $1450 – $6000
– MS-67 : up to $20000
- Errors: Rare errors can significantly increase the value of a 1922 Peace Dollar. Examples include:
– Coins struck in high relief (intended for 1921 production, some ended up being struck in 1922)
– Double Die Obverse (DDO)
– Off-center strikes
– Clipped planchets
– Cracked planchets
– Die cracks
- Most circulated 1922 Peace Dollars are not extremely rare or valuable, [according to Hero Bullion].
- The “D” and “S” mint mark coins are generally more valuable than the Philadelphia (no mint mark) issue.
- High-relief 1922 Peace Dollars are extremely rare and valuable.
- Error coins, such as those with double dies, off-center strikes, or other significant anomalies, can be worth considerably more than standard issues.
- To get an accurate appraisal of your specific coin’s value, consider having it professionally graded by a reputable service like NGC or PCGS.
In summary, a typical circulated 1922 Peace Dollar without errors will likely be worth between $25 and $40, but rare mint marks or errors can drive the price much higher, potentially reaching thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars for top-condition or rare error specimens.
How much is a dollar in 1922 worth today?
$1 in 1922 is equivalent in purchasing power to about $19.13 today, an increase of $18.13 over 103 years.
Where is the S on a 1922 silver dollar?
Good point! San Francisco (S) Peace Dollars
Peace Dollars from San Francisco will include a small “S” mint mark on the reverse side above the bald eagle’s wings. In total, the San Francisco Mint produced 52,286,000 Peace Dollars, with dates ranging from 1922-1935.