A United States dollar coin struck in 1971, it represents a specific year of production for a particular type of currency. These coins, composed of a copper-nickel clad rather than silver (despite the designation “silver dollar”), feature President Dwight D. Eisenhower on the obverse and a stylized eagle landing on the moon on the reverse.
These coins hold interest for collectors due to their historical significance within the context of American coinage. The Eisenhower dollar marked a transition in the composition of circulating dollar coins and commemorated a pivotal moment in space exploration. Though not made of precious metal for circulation, they are collected for their design, historical relevance, and potential for certain varieties or mint errors. These coins offer a tangible connection to the early 1970s and the national sentiment surrounding the Apollo program.