1972 Eisenhower Dollar
The 1972 Eisenhower silver dollars have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
Specifications
- The 1972 Eisenhower Dollars struck at the Philadelphia Mint used each of the different reverse types at various times during the year. This created three different varieties, with one of them representing a lower mintage rarity.
- 1972-S Eisenhower Dollar. Certified populations at PCGS and NGC bear out the story of how the 1972-S is a superior- quality coin. With 19,000+ submissions, the typical 1972-S certified by PCGS.
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Type: Eisenhower Dollar
Year: 1972
Face Value: $1.00
Composition: 60% copper, 40% silver
Silver Weight: .3161 oz.
Total Weight: 24.59 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $8.61
The US minted the 1972 S Eisenhower silver dollar as an uncirculated coin and also as a proof coin. Most of the coins minted were proof coins. The mint mark can be found above the date.
Note that not every 1972 Eisenhower dollar is a silver coin. The US also minted the 1972 Eisenhower copper-nickel clad coin with no mint mark and also the 1972 D Eisenhower copper-nickel clad coin.
It's relatively easy to tell the difference between the silver clad coins and the copper-nickel clad coins. The silver coins will look shinier, and they will also weigh more. The silver coins weigh 24.59 grams compared to the copper-nickel coins that weigh 22.68 grams.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1972 S | San Francisco | 2,193,056 |
Value
This coin, regardless of condition, is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $8.61 as of February 09, 2021. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $27.24 per ounce.
The standard 1972 silver dollar is worth around $13 in MS 63 uncirculated condition. In MS 65 uncirculated condition the price rises to around $18.
The 1972 proof silver dollar is worth around $14 in PR 65 condition. There were 1,811,631 proof coins minted.
1972 Eisenhower Dollar Value
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Grading System
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.
1972 Eisenhower Dollar Silver Content
MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks may be present but they are barely noticeable.
PR 65 proof- There are no flaws to this coin. A few blemishes may be present.
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See also:
1972 Eisenhower Dollar D
1971 Silver Dollar
1973 Silver Dollar
1974 Silver Dollar