In December 1921, Treasury Secretary Andrew Mellon approved a dollar coin design to mark peace between the United States and Germany. Designed by renowned Italian American Sculptor Anthony de Francisci (1887 – 1964), the Peace Dollar replaced the Morgan Dollar and symbolized the country’s coming of age as an international power, recognized the sacrifices made by its citizens in World War I, and celebrated victory and peace. The Mint reintroduced the Peace Dollar in 2021 to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
The obverse (heads) features Liberty in profile with a radiant crown. Obverse inscriptions are “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST,” and the year of issuance. The reverse (tail) depicts an eagle at rest holding an olive branch above the inscription “PEACE.” Additional inscriptions include “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” and “ONE DOLLAR.”
The coin is encapsulated and placed in a stylish clamshell with an elegant blue presentation box. The box is adorned with the official United States Mint seal; the outer sleeve incorporates an image of the obverse coin design. This high-quality coin is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity bearing an image of the obverse.
This proof finish Peace Dollar—rendered in lustrous 99.9% silver—is sure to be a collector favorite for years to come.