It was used for the remainder of the Philadelphia Mint’s production of the 1972 Eisenhower Dollar. This reverse was created after more resilient die steel became available. The overall relief and details of the earth also appear strengthened. The 1972 Eisenhower Dollar Type 3 ( Buy on eBay) is identified by the three islands which appear beneath and to the left of Florida. Very few examples have survived in gem grades or finer, earning this modern coin a substantial premium. Based on estimated die life, this would give the variety an estimated mintage of 100,000 to 200,000 pieces. Either by accident or as an experiment, a single die pair was also used to strike some 1972 Eisenhower Dollars at the Philadelphia facility. This reverse which featured a higher relief was used for the 1972-S Proof and Uncirculated Eisenhower Dollars. The design also shows a lack of detail in the continents. Incuse water lines appear in their place. Therefore there are no Eisenhower dollars dated 1975.The rare 1972 Eisenhower Dollar Type 2 ( Buy on eBay) can be identified by the lack of islands beneath Florida. The mint began production of these dual-dated bicentennial coins of 1776-1976 in 1975 to meet the anticipated demand of collectors across the country. This reverse design celebrated both the recent moon landings and the 200th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Williams' design featuring a rendition of the Liberty Bell superimposed on the moon. The Treasury Secretary selected Dennis R. However, on the open market, 1972 D Silver Dollars in perfect, uncirculated condition sell for up to $2,000.Ī special reverse design was implemented to celebrate the nation's Bicentennial.

One of them is rare and actively sought after by collectors.Īccording to the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) Price Guide, an Eisenhower Dollar from 1972 in circulated condition is worth between $1.05 and $1.50, as of October 2022. These changes in 1972 resulted in three different die varieties. During its eight-year production run, the United States Mint modified the dies several times by changing the relief and strengthening some of the design elements. The 1972 Eisenhower silver dollar coin may hold the most value of all years.

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