Price Guide for 1971 Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 1971 Dollar variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
1971-S Dollar Silver (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 - $160.00Uncirculated: $7.00 - $6,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $7.00 - $154.00Uncirculated: $0.99 - $6,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $10.00 - $110.00Uncirculated: $13.00 - $6,500.00
1971-S Dollar Silver, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $18.00 - $31.00Uncirculated: $10.00 - $13,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $19.99 - $59.99Uncirculated: $0.99 - $3,201.01
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $10.00 - $11.00Uncirculated: $13.00 - $525.00
1971-D Dollar (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $8.00 - $95.00Uncirculated: $6.00 - $10,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $3.25 - $125.00Uncirculated: $0.74 - $1,749.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 - $45.00Uncirculated: $5.00 - $10,000.00
1971 Dollar (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $15.00Uncirculated: $2.00 - $10,281.25
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eBayCirculated: $3.50 - $85.00Uncirculated: $0.99 - $1,525.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 - $45.00Uncirculated: $5.00 - $13,500.00
1971-S Dollar Silver (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $21.00 - $1,495.00Uncirculated: $8.00 - $13,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $18.95Uncirculated: $0.01 - $390.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $9.00 - $22.00
1971-D Dollar Friendly Eagle FS-901 Type 1 Reverse RDV-006 (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $36.00Uncirculated: $35.00 - $504.00
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eBayCirculated: $16.16 - $75.00Uncirculated: $20.50 - $10,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $11.00 - $36.00Uncirculated: $38.00 - $2,750.00
1971-S Dollar Silver Peg Leg FS-401 (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $35.00 - $540.50
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eBayUncirculated: $25.00 - $2,150.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $11.00 - $40.00Uncirculated: $50.00 - $6,750.00
1971-S Dollar Silver David Hall Signature, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $360.00 - $1,997.50
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eBayUncirculated: $18.00 - $707.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $110.00
1971-S Dollar Silver Miles Signature, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $105.00
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eBayUncirculated: $485.00
1971-S Dollar Silver Peg Leg (Proof)
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eBayUncirculated: $23.26
1971-S Dollar Silver DDR FS-801, CAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,680.00 - $3,600.00
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eBayUncirculated: $9,999.95 - $12,995.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $35.00 - $900.00
1971-S Dollar Silver DDR FS-801, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,560.00 - $18,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $150.00 - $8,500.00
1971-S Dollar Silver, CAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 - $4,313.00
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eBayUncirculated: $5.00 - $449.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $10.00 - $35.00
1971-S Dollar Silver DDO FS-103 (015.8) (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $725.00
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eBayUncirculated: $460.00 - $975.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00 - $400.00
1971-S Dollar Silver DDO FS-103 (015.8), CAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $312.00 - $2,585.00
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eBayUncirculated: $406.99 - $1,550.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $30.00 - $3,000.00
1971-S Dollar Silver, DDO FS-103, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $300.00 - $6,462.50
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eBayUncirculated: $401.00 - $6,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $125.00 - $6,000.00
1971-S Dollar Silver DDO FS-106 (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $80.00 - $307.00
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eBayUncirculated: $124.72 - $995.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00 - $450.00
1971-S Dollar Prototype Strike DDO-023/ODV-010/RDV-007 (Special Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $264,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $17.99 - $449.00
1971-S Dollar Silver DDO FS-106, CAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $60.00 - $240.00
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eBayUncirculated: $26.00 - $650.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $50.00 - $375.00
1971-S Dollar Silver DDO FS-106, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $80.00 - $6,756.25
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eBayUncirculated: $42.00 - $1,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $60.00 - $800.00
1971-S Dollar Prototype Strike DMR-039/ODV-011/RDV-007 (Special Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $102,000.00
1971-S Dollar Silver Fred Haise, DCAM (Proof)
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eBayUncirculated: $351.00 - $799.00
1971-S/S Dollar Silver RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $34.00 - $8,812.50
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eBayUncirculated: $21.00 - $380.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $11.00 - $18.00Uncirculated: $20.00 - $8,000.00
1971-S Dollar Silver Brown Ike (Proof)
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eBayUncirculated: $6.50 - $115.00
1971-S Dollar Silver Brown Ike, CAM (Proof)
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eBayUncirculated: $12.50
Design and Specifications of the 1971 Dollar
The 1971 Eisenhower Dollar marked the return of the dollar coin to U.S. circulation after a 35-year hiatus. It was introduced to honor President Dwight D. Eisenhower, who had passed away in 1969, and to commemorate the recent Apollo 11 moon landing. This coin represented a significant shift in U.S. coinage, being the first copper-nickel clad dollar for circulation.
| Weight | 22.68 grams |
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| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Mint Marks | P (Philadelphia), D (Denver), S (San Francisco) |
| Composition | 75% copper, 25% nickel clad over a pure copper core |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, designed by Frank Gasparro |
| Reverse Design | Eagle landing on the moon with Earth in the background, designed by Frank Gasparro |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1971 Eisenhower Dollars significantly impacts their value, particularly for circulation strikes. These coins often have weak strikes, making high-grade examples (MS65 and above) relatively scarce and valuable. Luster is a crucial factor, with fully lustrous coins commanding premiums.
Proof coins are generally well-preserved, but cameo and deep cameo contrasts can add substantial value. For both circulation and proof strikes, contact marks and bag chatter can severely impact grade and value, given the large size of these coins.
Mintage: 47,799,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Uncommon in grades MS65 and above due to soft strike
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, mainly for high-grade examples
Mintage: 68,587,424
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Uncommon in grades MS65 and above due to soft strike
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, mainly for high-grade examples
Mintage: 4,265,234
Rarity Scale: Common for a proof issue
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades PR65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular as first year of issue
Strike quality is a critical factor for Eisenhower Dollars. Many 1971 issues suffer from weak strikes, particularly on the reverse. Coins with full strike details, especially on the eagle's feathers and the Earth, are highly desirable.
Die varieties, while not numerous for this year, can add interest and value. The 1971-S 'Peg Leg' variety, showing a malformed 'R' in 'LIBERTY', is sought after by variety collectors.
For proof issues, the depth of mirrored fields and frost on devices can significantly impact value, with deep cameo examples commanding substantial premiums. Toning, if attractive and natural, can also enhance value, particularly for proof strikes.
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