Eisenhower Bicentennial Dollar

United States · 1776-1976

A United States dollar coin featuring a dual date 1776-1976 on the obverse and the Liberty Bell superimposed over the Moon on the reverse to commemorate the American Bicentennial.

Country: United States
Year: 1776-1976
Denomination: One Dollar

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Overview

A United States dollar coin featuring a dual date 1776-1976 on the obverse and the Liberty Bell superimposed over the Moon on the reverse to commemorate the American Bicentennial.

Historical significance

Issued to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the United States of America, these coins were produced during 1975 and 1976 and bypassed single-year dating to commemorate the entire Bicentennial era.

Obverse (front)

Features a left-facing portrait of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The legend 'LIBERTY' arcs across the top, 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is on the left, and the dual date '1776-1976' is at the bottom. Designed by Frank Gasparro.

Reverse (back)

Features the Liberty Bell superimposed against the Moon, surrounded by the legend 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' above and 'ONE DOLLAR' below, flanked by stars. The motto 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' appears to the right of the bell. Designed by Dennis R. Williams.

Estimated value

$1.00 to $3.00 in circulated condition, up to $10-$20 in pristine uncirculated Mint State grades

What drives this coin's value

Condition and surface preservation are the primary value drivers, as very few circulated Bicentennial dollars carry a significant premium above face value.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS), showing minor contact marks and abrasions consistent with light handling or bag marks.

Mintage & rarity

Common; hundreds of millions were struck across Philadelphia and Denver mints for circulation and collector sets.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check the weight (22.68g) and diameter (38.1mm). Because of their massive mintage and low face value relative to precious metals, counterfeiting is extremely rare for circulation strikes.

Notable varieties & errors

Variety 1 (thick lettering on the reverse) and Variety 2 (narrow, sharper lettering on the reverse). The coin shown appears to be Variety 2.

Similar coins

Standard Eisenhower Dollars (1971-1978) which feature an eagle landing on the moon on the reverse, and Susan B. Anthony Dollars.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges using clean cotton gloves to avoid transferring oils from skin. Store in a cool, dry place within inert holders such as mylar flips or coin capsules.