How much is a 1971 Eisenhower proof silver dollar worth?
Sarah Garza
Updated on April 08, 2026
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1971 S Eisenhower Dollar Proof value at an average of $7.00, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $69.
Is there any silver in a 1971 D Eisenhower dollar?
While Eisenhower dollars (made from 1971 through 1978) would be struck in copper-nickel clad for circulation, the United States Mint in San Francisco also offered the coin in 40 percent silver for collectors. 6,868,530 uncirculated 1971-S Eisenhower dollars were struck while 4,265,234 proof specimens were made.
How much silver is in a 1971 Eisenhower dollar?
Coin Specifications:
| Country: | United States |
|---|---|
| Mint Mark: | None |
| Mintage: | 6,868,530 |
| Alloy: | Outer layer: 80% silver, 20% copper, Inner Core: 20.9% silver; 79.1% copper. |
| Weight: | 24.59 grams |
What are the most valuable Eisenhower silver dollars?
It should be noted that the most expensive Eisenhower dollars are actually business-strike copper-nickel clad specimens grading above MS 65. Those are worth thousands of dollars each, as so few were preserved in such high grades.
How can I tell if my 1971 dollar is silver?
Check the date and mint mark. 1971-S, 1972–S, 1973-S, 1974-S, and 1776–1976-S issues are potentially silver, others are clad. Examine the rim (should be silvery with a light blue streak indicating the 80/20 silver finish bonded to a 79/21 copper core).
What was the first US dollar coin made?
This would be the first official dollar coin struck by the United States Mint since the end of the Peace dollar series in 1935, and would also be the first U.S. dollar coin series to feature a copper-nickel clad metallic base.
Who was the Chief Engraver of the US Mint?
Frank Gasparro was the tenth Chief Engraver of the United States Mint, holding this position from February 23, 1965 to January 16, 1981. Before that, he was Assistant Engraver. He designed both sides of the Susan B.
What kind of coin has an eagle on the reverse?
It is fairly easy to identify this coin as there are three features on the reverse to look at to distinguish it from the rarer “Friendly Eagle” Type 1 variety. The common reverse (type 2) features an eagle with a browline above the eye.
