1906 Ellis Island Dollar? No Such US Coin Exists

There is no United States coin called the "1906 Ellis Island Dollar." The US Mint has never issued a circulating or commemorative dollar with that designation.

What Might Cause the Confusion

• Ellis Island opened 1892 — but no coin marked its anniversary in 1906.
• 1906 San Francisco Mint reopening after the earthquake — produced coins with "S" mintmark, but no Ellis Island link.
• Commemorative half dollars — The 1936–1939 "Golden Gate International Exposition" half dollar is sometimes misattributed.
• Modern fantasy/private issues — Companies sell novelty "Ellis Island" tokens/medals; these have no legal tender status.

Actual US Dollars in 1906

• Morgan Silver Dollar (1878–1904, 1921) — 1906 was a gap year; none minted.
• Gold $1, $2.50, $5, $10, $20 — minted 1906 (Liberty Head / Indian Head designs).
• No $1 silver coin was produced for circulation in 1906.

Value of Fantasy Pieces

Private "Ellis Island Dollar" tokens (often silver-plated brass) sell as souvenirs for $5–$20. They have no numismatic value beyond collector curiosity.

If you have a 1906-dated US gold dollar, it's worth ~$300+ (bullion + numismatic premium). But an "Ellis Island Dollar" from 1906? Does not exist as US legal tender.