1776-1976-S $1 US Eisenhower Dollar 40% Silver

The Eisenhower Dollar, introduced in 1971, was issued to honor President Dwight D. Eisenhower, who passed away in 1969. This coin featured a depiction of President Eisenhower on the obverse and an image of the Apollo 11 mission patch on the reverse, commemorating the historic moon landing. While the initial design didn't gain widespread popularity, it remains a fascinating part of U.S. coinage history. Today, the Eisenhower Dollar is sought after by collectors and enthusiasts for its historical significance and numismatic value.