The 1934-S Peace Silver Dollar is a significant and highly sought-after issue in the classic Peace Dollar series. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this date is particularly notable as it marks the first year of Peace Dollar production at San Francisco following a six-year hiatus that began after 1928. Minted to fulfill the requirements of the Silver Purchase Act of 1934, this issue represents the resumption of America's last 90% silver dollar series intended for circulation. The 1934-S is renowned for its low mintage and scarcity in uncirculated grades, making it a key date and highly desirable among collectors.
Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, this classic silver dollar contains approximately 0.7734 troy ounces of pure silver. The obverse features a striking profile of Lady Liberty wearing a radiant crown, modeled after the designer's wife, Teresa de Francisci, accompanied by the word "LIBERTY," the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST," and the date "1934." The reverse displays a bald eagle resting peacefully on a rock inscribed with the word "PEACE," clutching an olive branch while gazing toward the sunrise. The "S" mint mark of the San Francisco Mint is located on the reverse just below the word "ONE." Designed by Anthony de Francisci to commemorate the peace following World War I, the Peace Silver Dollar stands as a masterpiece of American numismatic art.
• Denomination: $1 Silver Dollar
• Mint: San Francisco
• Year: 1934
• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
• Silver Weight: 0.7734 Troy oz
• Total Weight: 26.73 grams
• Diameter: 38.1 mm
• Designer: Anthony de Francisci
• Edge: Reeded
• Strike Type: Business Strike
• Mint Mark: S
