Price Guide for 1867 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.
-
3rd Party PriceCirculated: $7.00 – $10,000.00Uncirculated: $575.00 – $57,500.00
-
eBayCirculated: $8.78 – $4,642.25Uncirculated: $55.00 – $2,380.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $400.00 – $4,750.00Uncirculated: $5,000.00 – $85,000.00
-
3rd Party PriceCirculated: $431.00 – $2,645.00Uncirculated: $5.65 – $55,200.00
-
eBayCirculated: $1,850.00Uncirculated: $610.00 – $2,520.00
-
PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1,075.00 – $2,100.00Uncirculated: $2,550.00 – $85,000.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,783.00 – $38,400.00
-
eBayUncirculated: $2,850.00 – $7,600.00
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,850.00 – $72,500.00
-
3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $3,795.00 – $43,700.00
-
PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3,250.00 – $57,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1867 Dollar
The 1867 Seated Liberty Dollar was part of the long-running Seated Liberty series, which began in 1840 and continued until 1873. This coin was minted during the post-Civil War Reconstruction era, a time of significant economic and social change in the United States. The Seated Liberty design, featuring Lady Liberty seated on a rock, was a symbol of the nation’s stability and endurance through challenging times.
| Weight | 26.73 grams |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Mint Marks | Philadelphia (no mint mark), San Francisco (S) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Seated Liberty, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
| Reverse Design | Eagle with shield, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of an 1867 Dollar has a significant impact on its value. Due to the low mintage and limited survival rate, high-grade specimens are extremely rare and highly sought after by collectors. Coins in Uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are especially valuable, with prices increasing dramatically for grades MS65 and higher.
For circulated examples, even small differences in grade can result in substantial price variations. Coins with original surfaces and attractive natural toning are particularly desirable.
Mintage: 46,900
Rarity Scale: Rare
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Extremely rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 2,000
Rarity Scale: Very Rare
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Extremely rare in any mint state grade
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Very High, due to extreme rarity
The 1867 Dollar is considered a key date in the Seated Liberty series, particularly the San Francisco issue. The extremely low mintage of the San Francisco coins makes them highly prized by collectors, with even low-grade examples commanding significant premiums.
Provenance can play a role in the value of these coins. Examples with a documented history of ownership by notable collectors or inclusion in famous collections can see increased demand and value.
Additionally, the quality of strike can greatly affect the coin’s desirability. Well-struck examples with full detail on Liberty’s head and the eagle’s feathers are more valuable than weakly struck coins.
