UPM Global 15717 Moon Landing Eisenhower Colorized Eisenhower & Bicentennial Dollars Gold Layered Coin

Celebrate the Moon Landing with two Eisenhower Dollar Coins layered in 24 KT gold. Introduced in 1971, this renowned Dollar coin honors President Dwight D. Eisenhower along with mans first landing on the moon. While previous designs for U.S. dollar coins featured the symbolic figure of Liberty, the Eisenhower Dollar was the first circulating Dollar to honor a specific person. Chief U.S. Mint Engraver Frank Gasparro created the distinctive profile of Americas 34th President. The dollars reverse depicts a majestic eagle landing on the moon with the earth in the background. This design was minted from 1971 to 1978 with the exception of the Bicentennial Years. Changes to the Eisenhower dollar were recommended for the observation of the nations Bicentennial in 1976. Through a nationwide competition, a design by Dennis R. Williams was selected which depicted the Liberty Bell superimposed on the moon. Minted for only two years, 1975 through 1976, this dual-dated Bicentennial coin symbolizes the first two centuries of Americas history. The coins are layered in 24-Karat Pure Gold, then colorized through a proprietary process to commemorate mans first landing on the moon. Both genuine dollar coins are housed in a protective vinyl wallet.

• Anniversary Edition to Honor the Moon Landing
• Genuine eisenhower and bicentennial dollar coins
• Special ink process used directly on coin
• Includes a certificate of authenticity and 1 year manufacturer warranty

• Weight: 0.31 lbs