What is a 1976 Bicentennial dollar?

The 1976 Bicentennial Dollar is part of the Eisenhower Dollar or Ike dollar series introduced in 1971. It was specially minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and features the unique reverse design of the Liberty Bell and the moon and the “1776-1976” date.

How many 1976 dollar coins were minted?

The copper-nickel clad dollar coins feature both styles, but the 40 percent 1976 dollars were minted and released only with the Type I design, which was struck in 1975. 11,000,000 uncirculated 1976-S 40 percent silver dollars were minted while 4,000,000 proof versions of the 1776-1976 S silver dollar were produced.

Was the Eisenhower silver dollar minted in 1976?

The 1776-1976 Eisenhower Silver Dollar (as uncirculated and proof coins), as well as the copper nickel clad version, was minted in large quantities. This year marked a significant effort by the U.S. Mint to engage the public in the Bicentennial celebrations, making the 1976 dollar collectible.