CoinWeek Giveaway # 639 Sponsored by…1976-S Type 1 Clad Eisenhower Dollar NGC PF 69 Star Cameo

A Bicentennial Ike Dollar With Strong Collector Appeal

CoinWeek is giving away a 1976-S Type 1 Clad Eisenhower Dollar NGC PF 69 Star Cameo, and this coin offers collectors a great mix of history, eye appeal, and modern Proof quality. The Eisenhower dollar series ran from 1971 through 1978. Because of that short run, many collectors enjoy building complete Ike dollar sets.

In addition, the 1976-S Type 1 Clad Eisenhower Dollar connects directly to America’s Bicentennial celebration. Although the coin carries the dual date 1776-1976, the San Francisco Mint produced these Proof dollars for collectors during the Bicentennial coinage program.

A Special Reverse for America’s 200th Birthday

The obverse features Frank Gasparro’s portrait of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Meanwhile, the reverse shows a special Bicentennial design by Dennis R. Williams. Instead of the regular eagle landing on the Moon, this reverse displays the Liberty Bell in front of the Moon.

As a result, the coin combines two major American symbols. The Liberty Bell represents the nation’s founding, while the Moon recalls the Apollo era and America’s achievements in space. Therefore, this large-format dollar carries strong patriotic appeal.

What Makes the Type 1 Variety Different?

Collectors call this coin a Type 1 because of its reverse lettering style. The Type 1 reverse shows bold, blockier lettering. For example, the word STATES has a distinctive final “S,” with a tail that curves upward toward the center serif of the “E.”

Later, the Mint used a Type 2 reverse with thinner lettering. Because of this difference, many Eisenhower dollar collectors seek both varieties. The Type 1 clad Proof dollar, therefore, plays an important role in a complete Bicentennial Ike collection.

Certified NGC PF 69 Star Cameo

NGC certified this coin as PF 69 Star Cameo. That grade places it just one point below a perfect Proof 70. In other words, the coin shows exceptional preservation and only tiny imperfections under magnification.

Moreover, the Cameo designation recognizes strong contrast between frosted design elements and mirrored fields. The Star designation adds even more appeal. NGC uses the Star for coins that show superior eye appeal for the assigned grade.

A Great CoinWeek Giveaway Prize

This 1976-S Type 1 Clad Eisenhower Dollar makes an appealing CoinWeek giveaway prize because it offers history, beauty, and certified quality in one coin. Furthermore, its Bicentennial design gives it broader appeal beyond Ike dollar specialists.

Finally, the combination of a large dollar-size format, San Francisco Proof finish, near-perfect PF 69 grade, Cameo contrast, and NGC Star designation makes this coin stand out. Whether someone collects Eisenhower dollars, modern Proofs, or Bicentennial coinage, this giveaway coin deserves attention.

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