Price Guide for 1867 Half Dime 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: $201.00 – $1,080.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $20,400.00
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eBayCirculated: $1,050.00Uncirculated: $1,035.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $400.00 – $1,450.00Uncirculated: $1,500.00 – $27,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1.55 – $575.00Uncirculated: $384.00 – $13,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $75.00 – $475.00Uncirculated: $1,600.00 – $1,675.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $60.00 – $850.00Uncirculated: $1,000.00 – $16,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2.60 – $12,650.00
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eBayUncirculated: $682.00 – $2,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $250.00 – $350.00Uncirculated: $400.00 – $7,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $26,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $37,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $517.00 – $10,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,779.75 – $4,464.22
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $700.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2,588.00 – $8,225.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $5,500.00 – $12,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1867 Half Dime
The 1867 Half Dime is part of the Seated Liberty series, which began in 1837 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 half dime, though small, played an important role in daily commerce during this period.
| Weight | 1.24 grams |
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| Diameter | 15.5 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 | Wreath surrounding denomination, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition is crucial for the 1867 Half Dime due to its age and low mintage. Uncirculated examples are extremely rare and highly valued. Even in circulated grades, well-preserved coins with clear design details and minimal wear are sought after by collectors.
The presence of original luster can significantly increase the value, especially for the scarcer Philadelphia mint coins. Toning, if attractive and natural, can also enhance desirability among collectors.
Mintage: 8,000
Rarity Scale: Rare
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Extremely rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant noted
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 120,000
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant noted
Market Demand: Moderate to High, depending on condition
Strike quality is an important factor for 1867 Half Dimes. Well-struck coins with full details, especially on Liberty’s head and the wreath on the reverse, command premium prices.
The Philadelphia mintage of only 8,000 makes it a key date in the series, significantly increasing its value across all grades. The San Francisco issue, while more common, is still considered scarce and valuable in higher grades.
Provenance can also play a role in value, particularly for high-grade examples with a history of belonging to notable collections or appearing in important auctions.
