Whitman Expo
1978 Clashed Die Obverse U One Dollar MS FS-402 Values
Details
This is a clashed obverse die with a sharp clash from the reverse showing at Eisenhower’s throat. The inverted “U” clash shows at the E of WE at the throat.
Obverse: Bold portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower, facing left, with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST in front of the President's neck. The word LIBERTY is centered on the top periphery and the date at the bottom. Mint mark, if any, is positioned just below the bust.
Reverse: A flying eagle, clutching olive branches, appears to be landing on the cratered moon, with the earth seen in the background. 13 stars surround the design with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ONE DOLLAR framing the periphery.
Basic Information
GSID:
351893
Coin Date:
1978
Denomination:
$1 / One Dollar
Designation:
MS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
25,702,000
Coinage Type:
Eisenhower dollar
Coinage Years:
1971-1978
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Clashed Die Obverse U
Variety 2:
FS-402
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
22.68 gr
Weight:
0.8 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
38.1 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
