Price Guide for 1808 Half Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.00 – $5,720.00Uncirculated: $6.25 – $52,875.00
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eBayCirculated: $6.00 – $8,900.00Uncirculated: $10,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $60.00 – $6,000.00Uncirculated: $6,500.00 – $70,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.85 – $6,168.75Uncirculated: $1,815.00 – $21,150.00
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eBayCirculated: $76.19 – $2,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $6,000.00Uncirculated: $7,000.00 – $60,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $480.00Uncirculated: $18,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $110.00 – $1,720.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $115.00 – $6,500.00Uncirculated: $8,250.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $94.00 – $4,958.00Uncirculated: $900.00 – $7,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $85.51 – $385.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $120.00 – $6,500.00Uncirculated: $7,250.00 – $22,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $114.00 – $6,462.50Uncirculated: $1,020.00 – $91,062.50
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eBayCirculated: $137.52 – $570.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $115.00 – $5,500.00Uncirculated: $6,750.00 – $110,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $111.63 – $2,640.00Uncirculated: $7,931.25
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eBayCirculated: $81.00 – $257.88
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $120.00 – $5,750.00Uncirculated: $7,000.00 – $27,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,057.50 – $2,880.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $145.00 – $7,000.00Uncirculated: $8,750.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $89.00 – $4,080.00Uncirculated: $3,840.00 – $55,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $101.00 – $483.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $6,500.00Uncirculated: $8,000.00 – $90,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $70.50 – $2,880.00Uncirculated: $6,490.00
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eBayCirculated: $177.50 – $310.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $140.00 – $4,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $94.00 – $4,868.00Uncirculated: $2,280.00 – $14,400.00
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eBayCirculated: $280.00 – $605.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $160.00 – $6,250.00Uncirculated: $8,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $153.00 – $432.00Uncirculated: $28,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $662.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $4,250.00Uncirculated: $5,500.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $84.00 – $1,410.00Uncirculated: $5,520.00 – $30,550.00
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eBayCirculated: $112.00 – $370.01
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $4,250.00Uncirculated: $5,500.00 – $35,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $180.00 – $3,520.00Uncirculated: $3,055.00 – $5,940.00
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eBayCirculated: $455.77 – $925.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $3,750.00Uncirculated: $6,400.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $132.00 – $5,896.00Uncirculated: $4,719.00 – $52,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $4,250.00Uncirculated: $5,500.00 – $57,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $192.00 – $525.00Uncirculated: $52,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $216.30 – $600.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $4,250.00Uncirculated: $5,500.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $152.75 – $1,645.00Uncirculated: $6,300.00 – $99,875.00
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eBayCirculated: $420.67
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $4,250.00Uncirculated: $5,500.00 – $110,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $79.00 – $1,997.50
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eBayCirculated: $135.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $135.00 – $6,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $75.00 – $4,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $118.26 – $210.27
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $900.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $132.00 – $4,935.00Uncirculated: $8,225.00 – $49,937.50
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eBayCirculated: $68.00 – $675.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $125.00 – $6,500.00Uncirculated: $7,500.00 – $65,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1808 Half Dollar
The 1808 Half Dollar is part of the Draped Bust series, which was produced from 1796 to 1807 for the obverse design, with the reverse Heraldic Eagle design continuing until 1807. The year 1808 marks a transitional period in U.S. coinage, as it was the last year of the Draped Bust design for half dollars before the introduction of the Capped Bust design in 1807.
This coin represents a crucial part of early American numismatic history, minted during the presidency of Thomas Jefferson and reflecting the young nation’s growing economic needs.
| Weight | 13.48 grams |
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| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Mint Marks | None (Philadelphia Mint only) |
| Composition | 89.24% silver, 10.76% copper |
| Obverse Design | Draped Bust design, featuring Liberty facing right with flowing hair, designed by Robert Scot |
| Reverse Design | Heraldic Eagle design, featuring an eagle with shield and arrows in talons, designed by Robert Scot |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition is crucial for the 1808 Half Dollar’s value. Most surviving specimens show significant wear, making high-grade examples extremely valuable. Coins in About Uncirculated (AU) condition or better are particularly sought after.
Strike quality varies considerably for this issue, with many coins showing weakness in certain areas, particularly on the eagle’s breast and wing feathers. Well-struck examples command a premium.
Original surfaces and attractive toning can significantly enhance the coin’s desirability and value among collectors.
Mintage: 1,368,600
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Extremely rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None widely recognized
Market Demand: High, due to historical significance and scarcity in high grades
Historical significance as the last year of the Draped Bust design for half dollars adds to its appeal.
Die varieties, while not as numerous or dramatic as in some earlier years, can affect value. Collectors may pay a premium for certain die states or varieties.
The overall scarcity of high-grade examples makes this coin a key target for type set collectors and early half dollar specialists.
Provenance can play a role in value, with coins from famous collections or with a documented history of ownership potentially commanding higher prices.
