U.S. Mint coin reference

1921–1935: Peace Silver Dollar (90% Silver)

Peace Dollar 1921-1935 Peace silver dollar guide.

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Coin specifications and design

Years made: 1921-1935

Country: United States

Denomination: One dollar

Category: Circulating coin

Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper

Silver fineness: 90%

Silver weight: 0.7734 oz ASW

Weight: 26.73 g

Diameter: 38.1 mm

Thickness: 2.4 mm

Edge: Reeded

Designer: Anthony de Francisci

Design identification

Obverse: Liberty head with radiate crown.

Reverse: Eagle perched with PEACE inscription.

1921–1935: Peace Silver Dollar (90% Silver) history

Anthony de Francisci designed the Peace dollar to mark the end of World War I. The 1921 issue was struck in high relief; production shifted to a modified lower-relief hub in 1922 and continued intermittently through 1935.

The relief change affects strike character and is a major type distinction within the series. Mintmark, date, hair detail above Liberty's ear, eagle feathers, and original luster help identify and assess each issue.