 STOP before you spend that 1971 Eisenhower Dollar!
One of these big coins could secretly be worth $100,000+ â and most people have no idea.
This isnât just any Ike Dollar⌠itâs a mysterious 1971 Philadelphia silver prototype that shouldnât even exist. Only one confirmed example has been found so far â could yours be the next? 
 Why This Coin Is So Valuable
This legendary coin is valuable because it combines multiple rare errors all in one:
 No Mint Mark â Struck in Philadelphia
 Wrong Metal â Made with 40% silver instead of copper-nickel
 Prototype Reverse â Ultra-high relief eagle design, never approved for release
Basically, itâs a âFrankenstein coinâ that slipped out of the Mint in 1971.
 3 Easy Ways to Check Your 1971 Ike Dollar
If you have a 1971 Eisenhower dollar, hereâs how to tell if it might be the six-figure rarity:
 Silver Edge Test
- Normal Dollar (Clad):Â Copper stripe visible on the edge
- Prototype Error:Â Solid silver-colored edge
 Weight Check (Use a Jewelry Scale)
- Normal Dollar:Â 22.68 grams
- Silver Error:Â 24.59 grams
 Reverse Eagle Design
- Look for:
 Sharper 3D feather details
 Deeper moon craters
 Sharper lettering
 Value Comparison
| Feature | Normal 1971 Dollar | Prototype Error |
|---|---|---|
| Mint Mark | None | None |
| Metal | Copper-Nickel | 40% Silver |
| Design | Standard Reverse | High-Relief Prototype |
| Value | $1 | $100,000+ |
 Where to Find These Rare Dollars
Collectors have discovered Ike Dollars in surprising places:
 Old casino payouts (slot machines loved Ike dollars)
 Inherited coin collections (often overlooked in estates)
 Overseas circulation (popular with international collectors)
âI found mine in a bank roll from Nevada!â â Collector via CoinWorld Forum
 What to Do If You Think You Have One
 Handle carefully (use cotton gloves, hold by the edges)
 Take clear photos of front, back, and edge
 Submit to PCGS or NGC for authentication
 Insure it for at least $100K before mailing
 Never clean your coin â cleaning can destroy its value!
 Why Collectors Pay $100,000+
- Only one confirmed specimen exists
- First-year issue of a beloved U.S. series
- A fascinating Mint error story
- Next auction could hit $150,000 or more
 Free Collector Resources
 Download: âIke Dollar Error Checklistâ
 Recommended: Digital jewelry scales for accuracy
 Free Appraisal: Text IKE to 555-1971
 That âbig, heavy dollarâ sitting in your drawer might actually be a life-changing treasure.
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