1 Dollar

1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar"

United States · 1971–1978 · Base Metal

1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar" — reverse — Photos © Numista contributors

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Specifications

Years	1971–1978
Denomination	1 Dollar
Composition	Copper-nickel clad copper
Gross weight	22.68 g
Diameter	38.1 mm
Thickness	2.58 mm
Edge	Reeded
Shape	Round
Designer	Frank Gasparro
Type	Standard circulation coins

Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.

Design

Obverse

Dwight D. Eisenhower facing left with the date below

Reverse

The Apollo 11 Mission Insignia (an eagle holding an olive branch flying above the Moon, with the Earth in the background)

About this coin’s value

This coin is composed of copper-nickel clad copper and weighs 22.68 g. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. Base-metal valuations live in the base metal coin calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar" made of silver or gold?

No — the 1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar" is copper-nickel clad copper, so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.

What years was the 1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar" minted?

The 1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar" was issued 1971–1978.

Who designed the 1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar"?

The 1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar" was designed by Frank Gasparro.

How big is a 1 Dollar "Eisenhower Dollar"?

It weighs 22.68 g and measures 38.1 mm across and 2.58 mm thick (copper-nickel clad copper).

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