1971-1978 Gold-Layered Eisenhower $1

In 1969, Dwight D. Eisenhower - legendary five-star General and the 34th President of the United States - died four months shy of witnessing the single greatest achievement in human history: a manwalking on the moon. Legislation was introduced in Congress calling for a dollar coin that would both honor the late President and celebrate the success of Apollo 11's moon landing. Designed by ChiefEngraver Frank Gasparro, the Eisenhower Dollar was the first dollar coin minted in 41 years. The coin's subject matter made it an instant hit. However, its large size made it hard to use, so minting of this historic coin lasted only seven years - from 1971-1978.

The master craftsmen at American Mint have taken genuine Eisenhower Dollars in "Good” condition and layered them in brilliant 24k gold. Now you have the exclusive opportunity to add a 24k gold-layered edition of this historic coin to your collection.