1972 Eisenhower Dollar - Type 1
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $7,475
- Sold
- Grade
- MS66
- Auction house
- Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1972 Eisenhower Dollar - Type 1 represents a Philadelphia Mint issue from the Eisenhower Dollars 1971-1978 series. The U.S. Mint struck 75.9 million Philadelphia dollars dated 1972 in all, Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 reverses together; how the total divides among them is not recorded. The obverse features Dwight D. Eisenhower facing left and the reverse displays an eagle landing on the moon with an olive branch in its talons, commemorating the Apollo 11 lunar landing. The 1972 Philadelphia dollars come with three reverses: Type 1 shows three islands to the right of Florida, Type 2 has no islands below Florida, and Type 3 shows islands below Florida, with stronger relief (NGC). Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $1 to $7 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel over a pure copper center, weighing 22.68 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #87409.
External References
Error Varieties(10)
1972 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1972 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
1972 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-003
1972 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1972 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1972 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1972 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1972 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1972 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1972 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
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