The value of a 1972 Eisenhower dollar coin can vary greatly depending on its condition, type, and any potential errors.
- In circulated condition, a 1972 Eisenhower dollar is generally worth between $1.05 and $1.50, according to the NGC Price Guide as of August 2025.
- However, in pristine, uncirculated condition, they can sell for as much as $2000.
- Type 1 and Type 3: These are generally the least valuable and in mint state grades, sell for around $100.
- Type 2: This is the most valuable and can sell for over $1000 in good condition.
- Condition: Uncirculated coins will always be more valuable than circulated ones.
- Mintmark: Coins without a Denver mintmark, minted in Philadelphia, are generally more valuable.
- Errors: Coins with errors like doubling in the lettering or misalignment can significantly increase their value.
In summary, a 1972 Eisenhower dollar coin is typically worth around its face value if circulated, but certain varieties, like the Type 2, and coins in excellent condition or with errors can be considerably more valuable.
How can you tell if a 1972 dollar coin is valuable?
I can help with that. 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 can I tell if my 1972 Eisenhower Dollar is silver?
Thanks for asking. 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.
What is the difference between a 1972 Eisenhower Dollar type 1 and type 2?
So let’s look look at the type. Two type one big big difference there in the letters. Much thinner for the type two thicker for the type one.
Which Eisenhower dollars are worth a lot of money?
Thanks for asking. More expensive coins at higher grades are 1971-1974 Type 1; 1972 Type 2; and 1976 Type 1. In addition, most MS67 and finer copper-nickel clad dollars–and MS69 silver-copper clad dollars–are very expensive.