Description

The 1972-S Ike Dollar – PCGS MS68 is a silver-clad Eisenhower dollar from the San Francisco Mint. Eisenhower dollars debuted in 1971 with President Dwight D. Eisenhower on the obverse and an Apollo 11-inspired eagle landing on the Moon on the reverse.

San Francisco collector issues of this type were struck in a 40% silver composition and weigh 24.59 grams. This example is an uncirculated collector issue and is certified PCGS MS68.

Key Features:

• 1972-S Eisenhower dollar
• 40% silver collector composition
• Large U.S. dollar format
• Apollo 11-inspired reverse
• This example is certified by PCGS at the MS68 grade.

Specifications:

• Year: 1972
• Mint: San Francisco (S)
• Denomination: $1
• Composition: 40% silver-clad
• Weight: 24.59 g
• Diameter: 38.1 mm
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Certification: PCGS MS68

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Why is this called an Ike dollar?
A: The nickname comes from President Dwight D. Eisenhower, whose portrait appears on the obverse.

Q: Is this Eisenhower dollar silver?
A: Yes. The San Francisco collector issue identified here uses the 40% silver composition.

Q: What is shown on the reverse?
A: The reverse adapts the Apollo 11 mission insignia, showing an eagle landing on the Moon.

Q: What does the certified grade mean?
A: The grading service evaluated the coin’s condition and assigned the grade shown on the holder using the 70-point numerical scale.