Price Guide for 1830 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: $2.75 – $5,175.00Uncirculated: $2.30 – $49,937.50
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eBayCirculated: $43.01 – $4,500.00Uncirculated: $741.00 – $2,502.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $60.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,350.00 – $65,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1.75 – $2,350.00Uncirculated: $207.00 – $41,125.00
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eBayCirculated: $58.50 – $950.00Uncirculated: $912.00 – $2,255.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $70.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,350.00 – $40,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $2,572.00 – $2,852.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1,750.00 – $55,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10,450.00 – $76,375.00
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eBayCirculated: $42.00 – $810.00Uncirculated: $385.00 – $135,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $85,000.00 – $175,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $504.00 – $34,075.00Uncirculated: $18,400.00 – $25,850.00
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eBayCirculated: $1,450.00 – $7,100.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1,200.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $53.00 – $2,585.00Uncirculated: $826.00 – $24,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $85.00 – $828.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $63.00 – $913.00Uncirculated: $1,320.00 – $2,585.00
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eBayCirculated: $121.50 – $224.95Uncirculated: $625.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $13,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $70.00 – $2,232.50Uncirculated: $1,410.00 – $28,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $70.00 – $175.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $30,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $60.05 – $1,725.00Uncirculated: $3,354.63
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eBayCirculated: $90.00 – $750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $85.00 – $2,043.00Uncirculated: $5,760.00
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eBayCirculated: $59.00 – $1,136.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $85.00 – $1,425.00Uncirculated: $1,600.00 – $5,250.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $47.00 – $1,182.00Uncirculated: $5,875.00 – $13,512.50
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eBayCirculated: $89.99 – $239.59
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $16,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,440.00
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eBayCirculated: $961.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $85.00 – $1,300.00Uncirculated: $2,000.00 – $4,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $75.00 – $605.00Uncirculated: $276.00 – $8,812.50
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eBayCirculated: $100.00 – $108.48
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $156.00 – $1,200.00Uncirculated: $780.00 – $3,525.00
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eBayCirculated: $185.00 – $500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $4,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $84.00 – $998.75Uncirculated: $960.00 – $2,400.00
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eBayCirculated: $72.00 – $350.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $79.00 – $1,157.00Uncirculated: $998.75 – $1,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $94.88 – $424.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $4,200.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $120.00 – $2,421.00Uncirculated: $1,440.00 – $27,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $102.50 – $494.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $26,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $132.00 – $676.00Uncirculated: $910.63 – $3,360.00
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eBayCirculated: $125.00 – $360.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $80.00 – $1,375.00
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eBayCirculated: $200.00 – $328.89
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $90.00 – $1,650.00Uncirculated: $6,750.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $104.00 – $880.00
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eBayCirculated: $121.98 – $285.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $90.00 – $1,400.00Uncirculated: $5,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $104.00 – $4,320.00Uncirculated: $1,175.00 – $12,337.50
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eBayCirculated: $133.00 – $1,394.69
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $53.00 – $1,760.00Uncirculated: $1,680.00 – $10,575.00
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eBayCirculated: $60.00 – $1,525.00Uncirculated: $1,336.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $50,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $95.00 – $3,801.00Uncirculated: $2,280.00
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eBayCirculated: $99.00 – $675.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $5,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $70.00 – $1,155.00Uncirculated: $900.00 – $7,637.50
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eBayCirculated: $86.00 – $775.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $13,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $57.00 – $616.88Uncirculated: $299.00 – $3,055.00
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eBayCirculated: $51.00 – $330.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $16,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $99.00 – $1,320.00Uncirculated: $1,116.25 – $5,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $65.95 – $600.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $4,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $85.00 – $1,140.00Uncirculated: $1,410.00 – $1,821.25
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eBayCirculated: $102.50 – $465.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $4,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $99.00 – $1,057.50Uncirculated: $1,320.00 – $2,937.50
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eBayCirculated: $125.50 – $1,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $11,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $85.00 – $1,020.00Uncirculated: $900.00 – $9,400.00
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eBayCirculated: $154.72 – $330.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $85.00 – $900.00Uncirculated: $381.88 – $21,150.00
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eBayCirculated: $84.00 – $560.00Uncirculated: $3,650.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $75.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $27,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $35,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $232.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $60,000.00 – $95,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1830 Half Dollar
The 1830 Half Dollar is part of the Capped Bust series, which was produced from 1807 to 1839. This coin represents a significant period in early American coinage, as it was minted during the presidency of Andrew Jackson and the era of Jacksonian democracy. The Capped Bust design was widely circulated and played a crucial role in commerce during the early 19th century.
Weight | 13.48 grams |
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Diameter | 32.5 mm |
Mint Marks | No mint mark (Philadelphia) |
Composition | 89.24% silver, 10.76% copper |
Obverse Design | Capped Bust design featuring Liberty facing left, designed by John Reich |
Reverse Design | Heraldic eagle with shield, olive branch, and arrows, designed by John Reich |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1830 Half Dollars. Coins in higher grades (AU and above) are significantly more valuable due to their scarcity. Uncirculated examples are particularly rare and highly sought after by collectors.
The presence of original luster, minimal contact marks, and strong strike details greatly enhance the coin’s desirability and value. Toning can also impact value, with attractive, natural toning often commanding a premium among collectors.
Mintage: 4,764,800
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: Small 0 and Large 0 varieties in date
Market Demand: Moderate, with higher demand for high-grade specimens
Variety collecting is an important aspect of 1830 Half Dollars. The Small 0 and Large 0 date varieties can affect value, with rarer varieties commanding higher premiums. Die state and die cracks can also be of interest to specialized collectors.
Provenance can play a role in value, especially for high-grade specimens with a history of belonging to notable collections. Original, uncleaned surfaces are highly prized, as many examples have been cleaned over the years, reducing their numismatic value.