Your coin is called a Walking Liberty half dollar and was minted for use in ordinary commerce.
"American eagles" are large bullion coins minted since 1986 and sold to collectors and investors. They have an artificial denomination of $1 but aren't intended for spending.
There's more information at the question "What is the value of a 1942 US half dollar?"
The term "American Eagle" is used only for modern bullion coins. Your 1942 coin is likely a Walking Liberty half dollar, but with out a denomination, I don't know. Post new question.
$455.5
Please check your coin again. If you turn it over you'll almost certainly find that it's a HALF dollar. Also, it's called a Walking Liberty half dollar. "American eagles" are large bullion coins minted since 1986 and sold to collectors and investors. They have an artificial denomination of $1 but aren't intended for spending. There's more information at the Related Question.
The last Peace dollar was issued in 1935 so it can't be a 1942 Peace dollar. Look at the coin again and post new question.
That generic description could apply to both a 1942 half-dollar and a dime. Please see the appropriate question for more information: "What is the value of a 1942 US half dollar?" "What is the value of a 1942 Mercury dime?"
The term "American Eagle" is used only for modern bullion coins. Your 1942 coin is likely a Walking Liberty half dollar, but with out a denomination, I don't know. Post new question.
There is no such thing as a 1942 Canadian silver dollar.
$455.5
Please check your coin again. If you turn it over you'll almost certainly find that it's a HALF dollar. Also, it's called a Walking Liberty half dollar. "American eagles" are large bullion coins minted since 1986 and sold to collectors and investors. They have an artificial denomination of $1 but aren't intended for spending. There's more information at the Related Question.
The last Peace dollar was issued in 1935 so it can't be a 1942 Peace dollar. Look at the coin again and post new question.
The U.S. did not print any bills with that date.
That generic description could apply to both a 1942 half-dollar and a dime. Please see the appropriate question for more information: "What is the value of a 1942 US half dollar?" "What is the value of a 1942 Mercury dime?"
It's a Walking Liberty Half Dollar not a Standing Liberty half dollar and the value is about $6.00
Wings for the Eagle - 1942 is rated/received certificates of: Finland:S USA:Approved
This coin IS NOT a American Silver Eagle, it's a Walking Liberty half dollar. All Walking Liberty Half dollars from 1940 to 1947 regardless of mintmarks in average circulated condition (below the grade of EF-40) have the same retail values of $15.00-$16.00. These years are high mintage, widely circulated coins and most show heavy wear. The coins are very common.
Eagle Bill was born in 1942.
The US didn't print any bills dated 1942. Please check again and post a new question.