The value of a 1972 Eisenhower dollar coin can vary greatly depending on its condition, mint mark, and any potential variations or errors.
Here’s a breakdown of the factors influencing the value:
- Circulated coins: In low grades, these coins are typically worth their face value, which is $1.00 – $1.25.
- Uncirculated coins (Mint State): The value increases significantly with higher grades.
– MS60: $3 – $5.
– MS63: $5 – $8.
– MS65: $15 – $20.
– MS67: $40 – $60.
- Pristine, uncirculated condition: Can sell for as much as $2,000.
- MS67+ grade: Can be worth nearly $10,000.
- Philadelphia (no mint mark): One online source suggests that the Philadelphia Mint 1972 Eisenhower Dollar, Copper-Nickel Clad MS60 can be purchased for $29.95 USD.
- Denver (D mint mark): A 1972 D Eisenhower dollar (au) About Uncirculated Coin can be purchased for $4.95.
- San Francisco (S mint mark – proof silver): These typically fetch higher prices. A 1972-S 40% Silver Proof “Brown” Eisenhower Ike Dollar is priced at $21.95.
- 1972 Philadelphia-strike Eisenhower dollars fall into three varieties (Types I, II, and III), identifiable by the appearance of the Earth on the reverse.
– Type 1: The Earth is low-relief and blurry. Value is $1.50 – $10 (circulated) and $50+ (MS65 or higher).
– Type 2: The Earth’s relief is higher and continents are more distinct. This type is rarer due to die changes. Value can reach $1,000+ (MS65 or higher). A 1972 Type 2 is the most valuable and can sell for over a thousand dollars.
– Type 3: Features a well-defined Earth. Value is $2 – $15 (circulated) and $60+ (MS65 or higher).
- Rare minting errors: Like the 1972 overstruck Silver Dollar (where two 1 cent coins were stamped on either side of Eisenhower’s head) can drastically increase the value, potentially to hundreds of thousands of dollars.
In summary:
A common, circulated 1972 Eisenhower dollar coin is generally worth slightly more than its face value. However, coins in excellent condition, particularly uncirculated silver proof issues from San Francisco or those with specific reverse variations (Type 2), can be worth significantly more. Rare errors can lead to exceptional valuations.
How can you tell if a 1972 dollar coin is valuable?
So on the obverse. You want to look for doubling on the lettering. There on the date uh on the reverse. You want to look for doubling. Again on those stars on the lettering. On the earth.
How much is a dollar in 1972 worth today?
Thanks for asking. $1 in 1972 is equivalent in purchasing power to about $7.69 today, an increase of $6.69 over 53 years. The dollar had an average inflation rate of 3.92% per year between 1972 and today, producing a cumulative price increase of 669.06%.
How can I tell if my 1972 Eisenhower Dollar is silver?
Great question! Even though they were special order coins, some 40% Eisenhower silver dollars still made their way into circulation. Besides checking for an “S” mintmark on the obverse or front of the coin, collectors can check the edge of the coin for a copper stripe.