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Most Valuable Modern dollars

Top 25 modern dollars worth the most money, ranked by highest recorded value

The most valuable modern dollars are coins that stand out for their rarity, historical significance, and collector demand. Low mintage figures, key date status, mint errors, and exceptional condition all contribute to higher values. Below are the top 25 modern dollars ranked by their highest recorded price across all grades.

1

2000-P Sacagawea Dollar / Washington Quarter Mule

Key Date

Mintage: Unknown

2000 · Philadelphia

Up to $250,000

2

1972-S Eisenhower Dollar Type 2

Key Date

Mintage: 2,193,056

1972 · San Francisco

Up to $1,725

3

1973-S Eisenhower Dollar

Key Date

Mintage: 2,760,098

1973 · San Francisco (40% Silver)

Up to $1,650

Top 25 Most Valuable Modern dollars

1

2000-P Sacagawea Dollar / Washington Quarter Mule

Key Date

2000 · Philadelphia · Mintage: Unknown

$50,000 - $250,000 View →
2

1972-S Eisenhower Dollar Type 2

Key Date

1972 · San Francisco · Mintage: 2,193,056

$23 - $1,725 View →
3

1973-S Eisenhower Dollar

Key Date

1973 · San Francisco (40% Silver) · Mintage: 2,760,098

$24 - $1,650 View →
4

1971-S Eisenhower Dollar

1971 · San Francisco (40% Silver) · Mintage: 6,868,530

$9 - $550 View →
5

1974-S Eisenhower Dollar

1974 · San Francisco (40% Silver) · Mintage: 1,613,120

$7.5 - $530 View →
6

2007 "Godless" Presidential Dollar (Missing Edge Lettering)

Semi-Key

2007 · Philadelphia · Mintage: Unknown

$50 - $500 View →
7

1975 Eisenhower Dollar

1975 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 4,150,098

$2 - $275 View →
8

1972 Eisenhower Dollar

1972 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 75,760,000

$1.5 - $270 View →
9

1972-D Eisenhower Dollar

1972 · Denver · Mintage: 92,548,511

$2 - $260 View →
10

1973 Eisenhower Dollar

1973 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 2,760,098

$1.5 - $260 View →
11

1974-D Eisenhower Dollar

1974 · Denver · Mintage: 45,308,695

$1.5 - $255 View →
12

1978 Eisenhower Dollar

1978 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 25,702,000

$1.5 - $255 View →
13

1971 Eisenhower Dollar

1971 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 47,799,000

$1.5 - $235 View →
14

1974 Eisenhower Dollar

1974 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 27,366,198

$2 - $225 View →
15

1976 Eisenhower Dollar

1976 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 113,318,000

$1.5 - $225 View →
16

1973-D Eisenhower Dollar

1973 · Denver · Mintage: 45,752,000

$2 - $220 View →
17

1971-D Eisenhower Dollar

1971 · Denver · Mintage: 68,587,424

$2 - $215 View →
18

1977 Eisenhower Dollar

1977 · Philadelphia · Mintage: 12,596,000

$2 - $215 View →

Why These Modern dollars Are Valuable

Background on the most sought-after modern dollars and what drives their value.

#1 2000-P Sacagawea Dollar / Washington Quarter Mule

Key Date
Mintage: Unknown Up to $250,000

One of the most significant modern mint errors. Struck with a Sacagawea dollar obverse die paired with a Washington State Quarter reverse die. The coin is struck on a dollar planchet. Only about 15-20 are known, making it one of the rarest modern US coins.

#2 1972-S Eisenhower Dollar Type 2

Key Date
Mintage: 2,193,056 Up to $1,725

The 1972-S Type 2 is highly sought after for its scarce reverse variety with thinner eagle legs.

#3 1973-S Eisenhower Dollar

Key Date
Mintage: 2,760,098 Up to $1,650

The 1973-S silver dollar is a key date in the Eisenhower dollar series.

#4 1971-S Eisenhower Dollar

Mintage: 6,868,530 Up to $550

San Francisco-minted coins in 1971 were struck in 40% silver composition.

#5 1974-S Eisenhower Dollar

Mintage: 1,613,120 Up to $530

High demand from collectors drives the premium on this coin.

#6 2007 "Godless" Presidential Dollar (Missing Edge Lettering)

Semi-Key
Mintage: Unknown Up to $500

When the Presidential Dollar series launched in 2007, the edge lettering (including IN GOD WE TRUST) was applied in a separate step. Some coins skipped this step and entered circulation without any edge lettering, earning the nickname 'Godless dollars' from the media.

#7 1975 Eisenhower Dollar

Mintage: 4,150,098 Up to $275

High demand from collectors drives the premium on this coin.

#8 1972 Eisenhower Dollar

Mintage: 75,760,000 Up to $270

High demand from collectors drives the premium on this coin.

#9 1972-D Eisenhower Dollar

Mintage: 92,548,511 Up to $260

High demand from collectors drives the premium on this coin.

#10 1973 Eisenhower Dollar

Mintage: 2,760,098 Up to $260

High demand from collectors drives the premium on this coin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What modern dollars are worth the most money? +
The most valuable modern dollars include key dates with very low mintages, coins from branch mints (especially Carson City, San Francisco, and New Orleans), and coins preserved in exceptional condition. The list above ranks the top 25 by highest known value across all grades.
How do I know if my modern dollar is valuable? +
Check the date, mint mark, and condition of your modern dollar. Coins that appear on key date lists typically carry the highest premiums. Even common-date coins can be valuable in high grades (MS-65 and above). For a quick assessment, use our free coin scanner to identify your coin and get an estimated value.
Where can I sell valuable modern dollars? +
Valuable modern dollars can be sold through major auction houses like Heritage Auctions and Great Collections, reputable coin dealers, online marketplaces like eBay, or at local coin shows. For coins worth $100 or more, professional grading from PCGS or NGC is recommended to maximize your selling price.