1921 Silver Peace Dollar High Relief VG-XF

### **1921 Silver Peace Dollar High Relief VG-XF** **Please note this coin is considered to be in Very Good or Extra Fine Condition.** Own an iconic piece of American numismatic history with the **1921 Silver Peace Dollar High Relief VG–XF**, a coin that symbolizes the end of war and the hope for lasting peace. Struck from .900 fine silver at the Philadelphia Mint, this first-year issue holds a special place in U.S. coinage as the only Peace Dollar produced in high relief, making it one of the most sought-after designs among collectors. The Peace Dollar series was introduced in 1921, following World War I, as a national symbol of renewal and unity. Designed by the Italian-American sculptor Anthony de Francisci, the coin’s obverse features a stunning portrait of Lady Liberty, inspired by the artist’s wife, Teresa de Francisci. She wears a radiant crown of light, representing freedom and optimism for a new era. The [**1921 Peace Dollar**](file:///blog/1921-morgan-vs-peace-silver-dollar-guide-key-differences) is particularly distinctive due to its high-relief strike, a feature that gives the design incredible depth and texture but proved difficult to mass-produce. Because of this, later issues were modified to lower relief, making the 1921 edition a true standout in U.S. Mint history. **Coin Specifications:** - Made from .900 fine silver with a weight of 0.7734 troy oz - Very Good - Extra Fine condition - Denomination: $1 USD - Produced by the **[US Mint](file:///government-mints/us-mint)** at the Philadelphia facility (No Mintmark) - Individual coins come in plastic flips - **Obverse**: features the profile of Lady Liberty wearing a crown along with the inscriptions "LIBERTY," "IN GOD WE TRUST," and the year of mintage - **Reverse**: displays an eagle gazing over the US as the sun rises on it along with the inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,” “PEACE,” and the denomination **Why This Coin Is a Must-Have for Collectors** - **First-Year Issue:** Marks the introduction of the beloved [**Peace Dollar series**](file:///buy-silver/junk-silver/peace-dollar). - **High Relief Design:** The only year struck in dramatic high relief, enhancing detail and artistry. - **Historic Symbolism:** Celebrates America’s victory and desire for peace following World War I. - **Limited Survival Rate:** High-relief coins wore down quickly, making examples in VG–XF condition increasingly scarce. - **Silver Content:** Contains nearly ¾ oz of .900 fine silver — both collectible and valuable. - **Numismatic Legacy:** A cornerstone for any classic [**U.S. silver dollar**](file:///buy-silver/coins/us-silver-coins/modern-morgan-peace-silver-dollars%3Fcategory_id=1422) collection Secure this remarkable piece of early 20th-century history today — available now at Bullion Exchanges, your trusted source for Peace Dollars, historic silver coins, and [**rare U.S. Mint treasures**](file:///the-collector-s-vault/rare-u-s-coins). **You may also be interested in:** - [**1878-1904 Morgan Silver Dollar VG-VF (Random Year)**](file:///1878-1904-morgan-silver-dollar-vg-vf-random-year) - [**1922-1935 Peace Silver Dollar Cull (Random Year)**](file:///1922-1935-peace-silver-dollar-cull-random-year) - [**U.S. Mint Silver $1 Commemorative ASW .7734 oz (Scruffy, Random Year)**](file:///u-s-mint-silver-commemorative-bu-proof-scruffy-random-year)