I friend of mine gave me 2 "gold" Ike dollars. both 1972 P. I know they are not worth anything and I assume they were sold somewhere sometime as souvenirs. They are in plastic cases with a "presidential seal" or what is supposed to be that. No other distinguishing markings on the coins or the cases. My question is not about collectible value, but are they even worth face value? Will a bank exchange them for a $1, Or are they worthless?
Yes, a bank will trade them for a dollar bill or other dollar coin they are still legal tender. It is interesting to know that there is a variety of Ike from 1972 Philadelphia Mint. Search Google for 1972 Type II Ike Dollar to see the distinguishing characteristics of that coin. If not the variety, then it is just a Dollar.
Are the coins themselves "gold" (meaning gold plated) or is it just the casing? The reason I ask is..even if the coin is a 1972 Type II...I doubt it has much collector value if it has been plated. But yes...as Mike said they are legal tender and still worth the $1 face value.
The title says plated. As to their value, by far not ideal, but still collectible and may bring a very small premium if type 2.
OK...I missed that. You'd be a better judge than me on any retail value since you work in a retail setting. But, Type 2s aren't THAT rare. You might get a couple dollars for it...but I can't imagine much more than that. But, I have been wrong before (you know...that one time). He said it was in some kind of case.
