1776-1976 D TYPE 1 $1 MS | Coin Explorer (2024)

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How much is a 1776 1976 D Type 1 Eisenhower Dollar worth? ›

According to the NGC Price Guide, as of June 2024, a Eisenhower Dollar from 1776-1976 in circulated condition is worth between $1.05 and $1.50. However, on the open market 1776-1976 TYPE 2 Silver Dollars in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $2500.

Jaime Hernandez: The 1976 (Type 2) Proof Bicentennial Eisenhower Dollar coin without an "S" mint mark is probably the rarest non-error modern coin in existence. All other known 1976 Bicentennial Proof Eisenhower dollars bear an "S" mint mark as they were all produced at the San Francisco Mint.

The 1976 Type 2 "No S" Silver Proof Eisenhower Dollar is one of America's great mystery coins! It is a 1976 proof Bicentennial dollar lacking the "S" mintmark for San Francisco, and was discovered at a Woodward & Lathrup department store in the Washington, D.C. area in 1977.

The worth of a bicentennial quarter isn't limited to its face value of 25 cents. Its true value depends on several factors: condition, rarity, and demand among collectors. While most circulated bicentennial quarters hold their face value, uncirculated or proof coins can command higher prices.

Look for a Silver or Copper Stripe

You can also check the edge of the coin for a silver stripe. If you find one, you most likely have a 40% silver, or silver clad Eisenhower dollar.

One of the easiest ways to tell if a coin is rare is to check the date. If the coin is from before 1800, it's likely rare. Coins minted in the 19th century are also generally considered rare, with a few exceptions. Coins from the 20th century are less likely to be rare, but there are still some that meet the criteria.

The date 1776-1976 is cradled at the bottom of the coin, while the national motto IN GOD WE TRUST is inscribed in a straight line above the year but divided by the sharp truncation of Kennedy's neck. The mint mark “D” is found on the right side of the point of this truncation.

Regardless of when struck, each coin bears the double date 1776–1976 on the normal obverses for the Washington quarter, Kennedy half dollar and Eisenhower dollar.

What was the error on the 1776 to 1976 silver dollar? ›

Mint State Bicentennial Eisenhower Dollars were struck on clad planchets at the Denver Mint in 1976. Somehow, a 40% Silver planchet was accidentally mixed with the clad planchets resulting in a Silver Bicentennial Ike Dollar.

The 1976 Type 2 “No S” Silver Proof Eisenhower Dollar is one of America's great mystery coins! It is a 1976 Proof Bicentennial dollar lacking the “S” mintmark for San Francisco, and was discovered at a Woodward & Lathrup department store in the Washington, D.C. area in 1977.

Look for a Silver or Copper Stripe

You can also check the edge of the coin for a silver stripe. If you find one, you most likely have a 40% silver, or silver clad Eisenhower dollar.

Double Denomination 1976 Bicentennial Quarter Struck on a Dime: sold for $9,200 in 2020. 1976-D Clad DDO Bicentennial Quarter Business Strike: sold for $8,400 in 2023. 1976-D Clad Bicentennial Quarter Regular Strike: sold for $6,463 in 2017. 1976-S Clad Proof Bicentennial Quarter: sold for $6,038 in 2010.

At a minimum, a 1971-D Eisenhower dollar has a face value of $1, which means that it can be used to buy $1 worth of goods, even today. Coin collectors are willing to pay between $3 and $10 for 1971-D Eisenhower dollars in About Uncirculated / Uncirculated condition.