Price Guide for 1811 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: $1.60 – $5,760.00Uncirculated: $518.00 – $27,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $51.00 – $1,502.00Uncirculated: $449.00 – $9,877.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $85.00 – $4,000.00Uncirculated: $4,500.00 – $75,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1.50 – $9,200.00Uncirculated: $12.50 – $94,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $73.88 – $3,500.00Uncirculated: $909.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $50.00 – $3,000.00Uncirculated: $3,250.00 – $225,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.75 – $7,050.00Uncirculated: $1,430.00 – $49,350.00
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eBayCirculated: $78.00 – $5,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $125.00 – $6,500.00Uncirculated: $7,000.00 – $65,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $132.00 – $1,351.25Uncirculated: $3,642.50 – $42,300.00
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eBayCirculated: $95.00 – $990.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $3,000.00Uncirculated: $3,500.00 – $36,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $274.95 – $1,320.00Uncirculated: $4,080.00 – $6,168.75
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eBayCirculated: $211.50 – $280.10
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $3,200.00Uncirculated: $3,700.00 – $15,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $264.00
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eBayCirculated: $122.05 – $1,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $150.00 – $2,500.00Uncirculated: $40,000.00 – $75,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $105.75 – $4,406.25Uncirculated: $5,520.00 – $48,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $155.00 – $751.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $3,000.00Uncirculated: $3,500.00 – $65,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $186.00 – $3,884.00Uncirculated: $2,820.00 – $3,290.00
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eBayCirculated: $170.00 – $249.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,500.00Uncirculated: $3,250.00 – $8,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $99.88 – $1,997.50Uncirculated: $1,800.00 – $156,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $123.50 – $361.26
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $95,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $141.00 – $2,820.00Uncirculated: $1,800.00 – $20,562.50
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eBayCirculated: $129.99 – $1,774.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $18,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $222.00 – $5,693.00Uncirculated: $4,112.50 – $41,125.00
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eBayCirculated: $300.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $2,450.00Uncirculated: $2,700.00 – $14,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $117.50 – $2,492.00Uncirculated: $1,762.50 – $132,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $249.00 – $1,251.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $95,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $104.00 – $2,035.00Uncirculated: $2,040.00 – $7,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $20,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $114.00 – $2,467.50Uncirculated: $1,100.00 – $7,343.75
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eBayCirculated: $275.00 – $2,500.00Uncirculated: $683.98 – $2,345.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $85.00 – $1,620.00Uncirculated: $1,175.00 – $13,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $188.49 – $607.00Uncirculated: $2,095.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $114.00 – $1,997.50Uncirculated: $1,821.25 – $42,300.00
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eBayCirculated: $625.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $110,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $144.00 – $2,937.50Uncirculated: $2,115.00 – $10,575.00
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eBayCirculated: $190.50 – $305.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,200.00Uncirculated: $3,550.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $70.00 – $2,860.00Uncirculated: $3,642.50 – $9,106.25
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $2,250.00Uncirculated: $2,500.00 – $4,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $67.00 – $2,232.50
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eBayCirculated: $200.00 – $915.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $110.00 – $2,400.00Uncirculated: $2,700.00 – $4,650.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $169.00 – $2,860.00Uncirculated: $4,320.00
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eBayCirculated: $236.50 – $400.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $120.00 – $1,750.00Uncirculated: $5,250.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $312.00 – $2,877.00
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eBayCirculated: $332.00 – $450.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $150.00 – $8,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $114.00 – $6,325.00Uncirculated: $6,168.75 – $27,025.00
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eBayCirculated: $90.00 – $935.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $150.00 – $5,500.00Uncirculated: $7,500.00 – $35,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $61.00 – $3,995.00Uncirculated: $6,195.00 – $15,275.00
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eBayCirculated: $149.00 – $248.90
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $160.00 – $6,000.00Uncirculated: $8,000.00 – $13,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1811 Half Dollar
The 1811 Half Dollar is part of the Capped Bust series, which was introduced in 1807. This coin represents a significant period in early American coinage, as it was minted during the formative years of the United States. The Capped Bust design, created by John Reich, was a departure from the earlier Draped Bust design and symbolized a more mature and confident young nation.
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 1811 Half Dollar’s value. Coins in higher grades (AU and above) are particularly valuable due to their scarcity. Well-struck examples with good luster and minimal contact marks command significant premiums. The presence of original toning can also enhance the coin’s appeal and value to collectors.
Mintage: 1,203,644
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: Small 8, Large 8 varieties in date
Market Demand: High, due to historical significance and scarcity in high grades
Date varieties (Small 8 and Large 8) can affect value, with the Small 8 being slightly scarcer. Die states and die cracks are of interest to specialists and can impact value. The historical significance of the era adds to the coin’s desirability. Provenance, especially if the coin can be traced to a notable collection, can significantly increase its value. Lastly, the overall eye appeal plays a crucial role in determining the coin’s worth in the collector market.