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United States 1972 Dollar Coin Bronze

Key Facts & Value

Key Fact

Historical significanceThe Eisenhower Dollar was issued to honor President Dwight D. Eisenhower and commemorate the Apollo 11 mission, which landed the first humans on the moon in 1969.

Production backgroundMinted from 1971 to 1978, the Eisenhower Dollar was the first dollar coin to be minted in the U.S. since the Peace Dollar, and it was produced in response to the rising costs of inflation at the time.

Design elementsThe coin features a detailed profile of Eisenhower on the obverse and the Apollo 11 insignia on the reverse, highlighting the connection between the president and the space race.

Value Fact

The value of the Eisenhower Dollar is influenced by its mintage, condition, and collector demand. While many are common and circulate, uncirculated examples or those in high grade can fetch a premium. The historical context adds to its allure, particularly among numismatists who appreciate its connection to the Apollo program.

Coins from the Eisenhower series, particularly those with errors or low mintage, are sought after by collectors, making them valuable assets in the world of numismatics.

Item Details

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CategoryCoins

Brand-

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Weight22.68 g

PersonDwight D. Eisenhower

Coins TypeCirculating Coin

DenominationOne Dollar

CurrencyUSD

Obverse DescriptionEisenhower's profile

Obverse CreatorGilroy Roberts

Reverse DescriptionApollo 11 insignia

Reverse CreatorFrank Gasparro

Mint or Printing PressPhiladelphia Mint

Diameter38.1 mm

Thickness2.4 mm

Production TypeCoin

Edge TypeReeded

MintageOver 100 million

Coins Topic/ThemeEisenhower

Country / EmpireUnited States

Start Year1971

End Year1978

Coin Product NameEisenhower Dollar

Mint MarkP

Obverse ObjectsEisenhower

Reverse ObjectsEagle, Moon

ShapeRound

MaterialBronze

Design VariationType I, II

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Year Displayed1972

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AlignmentMedal

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