{"product_id":"1972-eisenhower-dollar-type-2-ngc-ms65-premium-grade-scarce-ike-variety","title":"1972 Eisenhower Dollar Type 2 NGC MS65 – Premium Grade Scarce Ike Variety","description":"\u003ch4 data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e1972 Eisenhower Dollar Type 2 – NGC MS65 | High-Grade Key Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003e1972 Eisenhower Dollar Type 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most recognized and important varieties in modern U.S. numismatics. While the Eisenhower Dollar series is often viewed as accessible, certain varieties — particularly the Type 2 — stand out for their relative scarcity and collector demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003eThis example, graded \u003cstrong data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eNGC MS65\u003c\/strong\u003e, represents a premium-tier coin within the series, offering strong visual appeal and above-average preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1d8k7vo\" data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eThe Significance of the 1972 Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2470\"\u003eThe 1972 Eisenhower Dollar is unique because it is the only year in the series with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003ethree distinct reverse hub types\u003c\/strong\u003e. These variations were produced at the Philadelphia Mint and are categorized as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h7wqrl\" data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eType 1 – Flattened, indistinct globe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"k48i1s\" data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003eType 2 – Rounded, softer globe (scarce)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ndnv1p\" data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003eType 3 – Sharper, more defined Earth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eType 2 reverse\u003c\/strong\u003e was produced for only a short period before being replaced, resulting in a much lower number of surviving examples compared to the other two types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"2774\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10y5rwy\" data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003eDefining Characteristics of the Type 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2882\"\u003eThe Type 2 variety is identified by examining the reverse:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"3133\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jqof5t\" data-start=\"2884\" data-end=\"2945\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2945\"\u003eThe Earth appears \u003cstrong data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003esmooth and rounded rather than flat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bph6pi\" data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eFlorida peninsula is clearly detached\u003c\/strong\u003e from the mainland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16db9hs\" data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3071\"\u003eCaribbean islands are visible and more distinct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v4m92\" data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3133\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3076\" data-end=\"3133\"\u003eThe overall globe has a softer, less angular appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3229\"\u003eThese visual traits are the primary diagnostics used by grading services and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3234\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"57ckt3\" data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3240\" data-end=\"3259\"\u003eDesign Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3261\" data-end=\"3282\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3261\" data-end=\"3280\"\u003eObverse Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3283\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cjzupa\" data-start=\"3283\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3285\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003ePortrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14suwpe\" data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003e“LIBERTY” along the upper rim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q6shs9\" data-start=\"3354\" data-end=\"3381\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3356\" data-end=\"3381\"\u003eMotto “IN GOD WE TRUST”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"epm5zf\" data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3384\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003eDate: 1972\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3398\" data-end=\"3476\"\u003eThe obverse conveys strength and leadership through a bold and clean portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3497\"\u003eReverse Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3666\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"67encf\" data-start=\"3500\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3502\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003eEagle descending toward the lunar surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d1hpzx\" data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3590\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3590\"\u003eEarth in the background (Type 2 variety)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ci84fn\" data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3621\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3621\"\u003e“UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"58a3sl\" data-start=\"3622\" data-end=\"3638\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3624\" data-end=\"3638\"\u003e“ONE DOLLAR”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5nvc0k\" data-start=\"3639\" data-end=\"3666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3641\" data-end=\"3666\"\u003eMotto “E PLURIBUS UNUM”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3668\" data-end=\"3770\"\u003eThe reverse design draws from the Apollo 11 insignia, symbolizing innovation and national achievement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"3775\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gqkziz\" data-start=\"3777\" data-end=\"3809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3781\" data-end=\"3809\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"4099\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ml955c\" data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3835\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3813\" data-end=\"3835\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3813\" data-end=\"3830\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e $1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1whmp74\" data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3854\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3847\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1972\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kr2pra\" data-start=\"3855\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3857\" data-end=\"3895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3857\" data-end=\"3866\"\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philadelphia (no mintmark)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dtywp8\" data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"3928\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3911\"\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frank Gasparro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wo3bm8\" data-start=\"3929\" data-end=\"3968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3968\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3947\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper-Nickel Clad\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1blfziw\" data-start=\"3969\" data-end=\"3996\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3971\" data-end=\"3996\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3971\" data-end=\"3982\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22.68 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15wz3fl\" data-start=\"3997\" data-end=\"4022\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4022\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4012\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38.1 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"en925i\" data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4043\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4025\" data-end=\"4043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4025\" data-end=\"4034\"\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reeded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xxwysc\" data-start=\"4044\" data-end=\"4075\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4046\" data-end=\"4075\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4046\" data-end=\"4058\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type 2 Reverse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"umbnrk\" data-start=\"4076\" data-end=\"4099\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4078\" data-end=\"4099\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4078\" data-end=\"4088\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e NGC MS65\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4101\" data-end=\"4104\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8xukl8\" data-start=\"4106\" data-end=\"4151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4110\" data-end=\"4151\"\u003eGrade Insight – MS65 (Gem Mint State)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4153\" data-end=\"4200\"\u003eCoins graded \u003cstrong data-start=\"4166\" data-end=\"4174\"\u003eMS65\u003c\/strong\u003e by NGC typically exhibit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4202\" data-end=\"4339\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9dpgvo\" data-start=\"4202\" data-end=\"4233\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4204\" data-end=\"4233\"\u003eStrong, vibrant mint luster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"55bk8r\" data-start=\"4234\" data-end=\"4269\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4236\" data-end=\"4269\"\u003eSharply defined design elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c26afh\" data-start=\"4270\" data-end=\"4295\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4272\" data-end=\"4295\"\u003eMinimal contact marks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1edl49c\" data-start=\"4296\" data-end=\"4339\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4298\" data-end=\"4339\"\u003eAbove-average eye appeal for the series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4341\" data-end=\"4495\"\u003eBecause Eisenhower Dollars have large surfaces prone to marks, Gem-grade examples like MS65 are significantly more selective than lower Mint State grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4497\" data-end=\"4500\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"hrnmqv\" data-start=\"4502\" data-end=\"4545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4506\" data-end=\"4545\"\u003eWhy Collectors Target MS65 Examples\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4547\" data-end=\"4598\"\u003eCollectors actively seek MS65 Type 2 coins because:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4600\" data-end=\"4825\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"r08gti\" data-start=\"4600\" data-end=\"4660\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4602\" data-end=\"4660\"\u003eThey combine \u003cstrong data-start=\"4615\" data-end=\"4658\"\u003escarcity with higher-grade preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11sc7f5\" data-start=\"4661\" data-end=\"4715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4663\" data-end=\"4715\"\u003eThey are visually superior to lower-grade examples\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12eqn9b\" data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"4772\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4718\" data-end=\"4772\"\u003eThey are suitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"4740\" data-end=\"4770\"\u003eregistry-level collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1czr0u0\" data-start=\"4773\" data-end=\"4825\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4775\" data-end=\"4825\"\u003eThey offer stronger long-term collector interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4827\" data-end=\"4932\"\u003eThe jump from MS64 to MS65 often represents a noticeable improvement in surface quality and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4934\" data-end=\"4937\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"si17kg\" data-start=\"4939\" data-end=\"4976\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4943\" data-end=\"4976\"\u003eCollector Demand and Position\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4978\" data-end=\"5030\"\u003eThe 1972 Type 2 continues to gain popularity due to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5032\" data-end=\"5203\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gbl12y\" data-start=\"5032\" data-end=\"5082\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5034\" data-end=\"5082\"\u003eIncreasing recognition of Ike Dollar varieties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x18eq0\" data-start=\"5083\" data-end=\"5119\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5085\" data-end=\"5119\"\u003eDemand for complete variety sets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"744is2\" data-start=\"5120\" data-end=\"5161\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5122\" data-end=\"5161\"\u003eGrowth in modern U.S. coin collecting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2gud5h\" data-start=\"5162\" data-end=\"5203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5164\" data-end=\"5203\"\u003eLimited availability in higher grades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5205\" data-end=\"5305\"\u003eAs collectors refine their collections, higher-grade examples like MS65 are becoming more desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5307\" data-end=\"5310\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wrdnq9\" data-start=\"5312\" data-end=\"5343\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5316\" data-end=\"5343\"\u003eCertification \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5393\"\u003eThis coin is encapsulated by \u003cstrong data-start=\"5374\" data-end=\"5381\"\u003eNGC\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5395\" data-end=\"5543\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6c7ufc\" data-start=\"5395\" data-end=\"5438\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5397\" data-end=\"5438\"\u003eAuthentication and variety confirmation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"169rj8z\" data-start=\"5439\" data-end=\"5463\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5441\" data-end=\"5463\"\u003eProfessional grading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14bwwov\" data-start=\"5464\" data-end=\"5507\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5466\" data-end=\"5507\"\u003eProtection against environmental damage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tj3o46\" data-start=\"5508\" data-end=\"5543\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5510\" data-end=\"5543\"\u003eConfidence for resale and trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5545\" data-end=\"5637\"\u003eMaintaining the coin within its holder ensures preservation of its condition and eye appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5639\" data-end=\"5642\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1u957ut\" data-start=\"5644\" data-end=\"5662\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5648\" data-end=\"5662\"\u003eConclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5664\" data-end=\"5905\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"5668\" data-end=\"5710\"\u003e1972 Eisenhower Dollar Type 2 NGC MS65\u003c\/strong\u003e stands as a premium example of a key modern U.S. coin variety. With its limited production reverse design and high-grade certification, it offers both visual quality and numismatic significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5907\" data-end=\"6052\"\u003eFor collectors seeking a top-tier example of the most important Ike Dollar variety, this MS65 Type 2 represents a strong and compelling addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6054\" data-end=\"6263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6054\" data-end=\"6263\"\u003eAll information provided is strictly for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered financial advice. 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