Ah, the classic "Is this my ticket to early retirement?" question! While the provided search results are playing rather coy and not giving up the actual goods, I can certainly shed some light on your 1971 Eisenhower dollar. The answer, my friend, is a delightful "it depends."
First, you need to play detective and figure out which 1971 Ike you're holding. The vast majority of these coins were made for circulation and are composed of a copper-nickel clad composition. If your coin has no mint mark (from Philadelphia) or a "D" mint mark (from Denver), it's one of these common varieties. In circulated condition, it's worth... well, a dollar. If it's in truly brilliant, uncirculated condition, you might get a whopping $5 to $8 for it. So, don't quit your day job just yet.
However, the plot thickens! The U.S. Mint also produced a special version for collectors at the San Francisco mint. If your coin has a little "S" mint mark below Eisenhower's chin, you're in business. These 1971-S coins contain 40% silver. Because of their precious metal content and collector status, they are worth significantly more. Depending on the spot price of silver and the coin's condition (proof or uncirculated), these typically trade for around $10 to $20.
So, take a close look at your coin. If there's no "S," it's a fun piece of history worth its face value. If you spot that "S," you've got a silver treat worth at least a decent lunch.
