Price Guide for 1977 Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 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.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,840.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $3,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $12.50 – $34.33Uncirculated: $2.25 – $2,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $45.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $27,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $45.00 – $2,185.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $12,925.00
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eBayCirculated: $4.99 – $395.00Uncirculated: $1.30 – $5,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $45.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $4,850.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $8.00 – $7,015.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $1,249.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00 – $5.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $575.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $719.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3.25 – $357.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $11.00 – $345.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.54 – $418.19
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eBayUncirculated: $19.99 – $799.95
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eBayUncirculated: $23.55 – $32.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $720.00 – $1,292.50
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eBayUncirculated: $20.00 – $679.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $60.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $423.00
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eBayUncirculated: $16.01 – $600.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $57.00
Design and Specifications of the 1977 Dollar
The 1977 Eisenhower Dollar was the seventh and penultimate year of the series. This coin series, first introduced in 1971, honored President Dwight D. Eisenhower and commemorated the Apollo 11 moon landing. 1977 marked one of the final years of large-sized dollar coin production before the transition to the smaller Susan B. Anthony dollar in 1979.
| 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 copper core |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower, designed by Frank Gasparro |
| Reverse Design | Apollo 11 mission insignia, designed by Frank Gasparro |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1977 Eisenhower Dollars significantly impacts their value. Circulation strikes in Mint State (MS) grades, particularly MS65 and above, command substantial premiums due to their scarcity. For proof issues, grades of PR68 and higher are highly sought after.
Coins with strong strikes, full luster, and minimal contact marks are the most desirable. The presence of cameo or deep cameo contrast on proof coins can significantly increase their value.
Mintage: 12,596,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, mainly for high-grade examples
Mintage: 32,983,006
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, mainly for high-grade examples
Mintage: 3,251,152
Rarity Scale: Common for proofs
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades PR69 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for cameo and deep cameo examples
Toning can play a role in the value of 1977 Eisenhower Dollars. Attractive, natural toning can enhance a coin’s appeal and value, particularly for proof issues.
While not typically considered a key date, high-grade examples of the 1977 Eisenhower Dollar are becoming increasingly popular among collectors focusing on registry sets and top-graded collections.
The historical significance of the Eisenhower Dollar as the last large-sized dollar coin series adds to its collectible appeal, especially as more time passes since its production.
