1926 Silver Dollar Value
A worn 1926-S silver dollar sells for about $49–71: its silver value plus a small collector premium.
Uncirculated, that coin brings $100–225, and a certified MS65 brings $900–1,600. Other mint marks are worth a little more or less; see the table.
Keep it or sell it for its silver. A coin dealer or bullion buyer will pay close to melt value.
Value by mint mark
| Coin | Made | Worn | Uncirculated | MS65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926-D | 2,348,700 | $51–76 | $175–450 | $1,100–1,900 |
| 1926 (no mint mark) | 1,939,000 | $49–71 | $90–175 | $525–800 |
| 1926-S | 6,980,000 | $49–71 | $100–225 | $900–1,600 |
Worn means a coin with normal wear from circulation. Uncirculated means no wear at all (MS60 to MS63). MS65 is a certified, near-flawless coin. Prices tied to silver update with the live silver price.
Find the mint mark
Back of the coin, lower left, below the word ONE and just above the tip of the eagle's wing. Philadelphia coins have no letter.
What it's made of
- 90% silver, 10% copper, 26.73 grams, 0.77344 troy oz of silver, worth $46.31 today
Varieties and errors to check
There are no widely collected varieties for 1926 silver dollars. Condition and mint mark are what set the value.
Mintage
| Coin | Type | Mintage |
|---|---|---|
| 1926-D | For circulation | 2,348,700 |
| 1926 (no mint mark) | For circulation | 1,939,000 |
| 1926-S | For circulation | 6,980,000 |
Questions
Is a 1926 silver dollar silver?
Yes. Every 1926 silver dollar made for circulation contains 0.77344 troy ounces of silver. Its silver value moves with the silver price; the live figure is shown at the top of this page.
Which 1926 silver dollar is worth the most?
Among regular coins, the 1926-D is worth the most, about $1,100–1,900 in MS65.
Where is the mint mark on a 1926 silver dollar?
Back of the coin, lower left, below the word ONE and just above the tip of the eagle's wing. Philadelphia coins have no letter.
Check real sales
Recent sold listings show what coins in your condition actually bring: see sold 1926 silver dollars on eBay.
More Peace silver dollars: all years and mintages.
Values checked October 7, 2026 against several public price guides and auction results. How values work.