1923 Peace Silver Dollar

The item is a United States Peace Silver Dollar, specifically dated 1923, as clearly visible on the obverse. This coin features the iconic 'Peace' design by Anthony de Francisci. The obverse depicts the profile of Lady Liberty facing left, her hair styled in braids and a radiate crown (often referred to as a sunburst or rays) adorning her head. The word 'LIBERTY' is inscribed above her head along the rim, and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is partially visible below her chin, though somewhat worn. The year '1923' is prominently displayed at the bottom of the coin. The coin exhibits a metallic, silvery-gray color, with areas showing a warm, iridescent golden-brown toning, particularly on the left side and around the lower portions of Liberty's effigy, which is common for aged silver coins. The surface shows signs of circulation consistent with its age, including minor scratches, scuffs, and some loss of detail on the higher points of the design, such as parts of Liberty's crown and hair. Despite the wear, the major design elements and inscriptions are legible. There are no obvious major gouges, deep scratches, or repairs visible in the provided image. The rim appears mostly intact. The overall condition suggests acirculated state, likely Fine to Very Fine based on the visible details and wear. The Peace Dollar series was minted from 1921 to 1935 and is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper. The visible craftsmanship is typical of US Mint coinage of the early 20th century.

I have examined the provided image of what appears to be a 1923 Peace Silver Dollar. Based on the visual evidence, the coin is authentic in its design and metal composition, consistent with the 90% silver and 10% copper standard for Peace Dollars. The date '1923' is clearly visible, and the key design elements of Lady Liberty and the inscriptions are present. The condition of this coin indicates significant circulation. I would place it in the Fine to Very Fine (F-VF) range. While major design elements are legible, there's noticeable wear on high points such as Liberty's hair, crown rays, and some lettering, particularly 'IN GOD WE TRUST,' which is partially visible. The iridescent golden-brown toning is common for aged silver, and the minor scratches and scuffs are typical of a coin that saw regular use. I do not observe any severe damage or alterations that would drastically diminish its value. The rim appears mostly intact. Market conditions for 1923 Peace Dollars in F-VF condition are quite stable, as this is a common date with a high mintage. Demand is consistent among collectors, but not for its rarity in this grade. Comparables in similar circulated conditions typically trade in the $25-$40 range. Factors impacting value here are primarily the circulated grade and the common date. It is important to note that this assessment is based solely on the provided image. While the image allows for a good visual assessment of condition and apparent authenticity, a definitive verification of authenticity and precise grading would require in-person examination to check for exact weight, diameter, thickness, strike characteristics, and potential environmental damage not visible in the photo. Furthermore, while the owner mentioned '1922 dollar' in the context, the image clearly shows '1923', so my appraisal is based on the visible '1923' date.