1922 Peace Silver Dollar Pendant

This item is a 1922 United States Peace Silver Dollar that has been converted into a jewelry pendant. The coin is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, originally minted at a diameter of 38.1 mm. It features the profile of Lady Liberty facing left on the obverse, wearing a radiant coronet, with the inscriptions 'LIBERTY', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and the date '1922'. The coin is mounted inside a simple circular bezel, likely silver-toned or sterling silver, which is topped with a bail and jump ring for suspension on a chain. The coin shows significant signs of wear and circulation, consistent with a 'Very Good' to 'Fine' numismatic grade; the high points of Liberty's hair and the rays of the crown are smoothed, and the fields exhibit numerous small contact marks and scratches. A dark, authentic patina has developed around the recessed lettering and features, while the main surfaces show a dull metallic luster indicative of age. The conversion to jewelry—specifically the addition of the bezel—permanently alters the numismatic value of the coin, categorizing it as 'exonumia' or jewelry. The craftsmanship of the pendant mounting appears basic and functional rather than high-end artisan work.

I have examined the digital representation of this 1922 Peace Silver Dollar pendant. The coin appears genuine, exhibiting the characteristic design elements and wear patterns consistent with a 90% silver circulation strike from the second year of the series. The 'Very Good' to 'Fine' condition suggests heavy circulation prior to its mounting. In the numismatic market, the value of this coin is significantly impaired by its use in jewelry; the mounting process often results in 'rim bruises' or surface damage that precludes professional grading. Consequently, the value is derived primarily from its silver content (approximately 0.7734 troy ounces in the coin alone) plus a small premium for the mounting and aesthetic appeal as a vintage accessory. Current market comparables for 'jewelry-grade' common-date Peace Dollars consistently fall within this range. While the patina appears authentic and the wear suggests age, a physical inspection is required to verify the silver fineness of the bezel, which I have assumed to be sterling or a similar low-value alloy. To provide a definitive authentication, I would need to perform a precision weight check, a Magnetometer test to rule out plated lead or brass counterfeits, and a close-up examination of the coin's edge for signs of casting seams. This appraisal assumes the silver content is as stated and that no rare mint marks (though 1922 is generally common) are obscured by the bezel.