Coin and Paper Money Collecting/Eisenhower dollars

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Expert: - 1/13/2006


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Why was Ike silver dollars not included in 1971 and 1972 mint and proof sets and what exactly is a "blue ike" dollar? Thank you.

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Hi Don,

I really can't tell you why the Ikes were not in the 1971 and 72 mint sets, but This I can tell you.  In the years 1971, 72, 73 and 74 the US Mint produced Ike Dollars from 40% silver.  These were packaged in cellophane and blue envelopes and were uncirculated coins.  They also produced them in proof which were packaged in hard plastic slabs and in brown boxes.
That is how we got the terms blue and brown Ikes.

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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

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