The item in question is a specific United States coin minted in 1921 at the Denver Mint. It is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, bearing the iconic design of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse. The “D” mint mark signifies its origin. Examples of this coin can range in value from a few dollars for heavily circulated specimens to hundreds or even thousands of dollars for uncirculated or rare examples.
This particular coin holds significance for several reasons. It represents the resumption of silver dollar production after a hiatus of nearly two decades, making it a key part of the Morgan dollar series. The year 1921 saw a massive mintage of these dollars, intended to stabilize the economy after World War I and to use up silver bullion from the Pittman Act. Consequently, it’s a readily available piece of American history, relatively accessible to collectors.
