Price Guide for 1875 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: $127.00 – $4,000.00Uncirculated: $4.50 – $125,700.00
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eBayCirculated: $124.50 – $1,999.99Uncirculated: $189.00 – $4,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $225.00 – $3,100.00Uncirculated: $3,250.00 – $325,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.75 – $3,800.00Uncirculated: $15.00 – $69,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $133.50 – $985.00Uncirculated: $318.67 – $10,070.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $325,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.40 – $3,600.00Uncirculated: $13.00 – $27,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $182.50 – $1,850.00Uncirculated: $712.00 – $4,399.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $200.00 – $3,250.00Uncirculated: $3,500.00 – $125,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $426.00 – $4,600.00Uncirculated: $1,260.00 – $57,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $700.00 – $2,347.00Uncirculated: $10,250.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $900.00 – $5,000.00Uncirculated: $6,000.00 – $55,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $552.00 – $2,530.00Uncirculated: $5.25 – $38,187.50
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eBayCirculated: $750.00 – $1,850.00Uncirculated: $1,625.00 – $5,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1,050.00 – $2,350.00Uncirculated: $2,600.00 – $42,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,997.50 – $6,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $725.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,200.00Uncirculated: $2,280.00 – $3,818.75
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eBayCirculated: $775.00Uncirculated: $1,475.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $288.00 – $384.00Uncirculated: $840.00 – $18,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $232.50Uncirculated: $1,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $242.50 – $325.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $240.00 – $480.00Uncirculated: $840.00 – $8,225.00
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eBayCirculated: $401.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,320.00 – $4,080.00Uncirculated: $1,140.00 – $24,675.00
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eBayCirculated: $750.00 – $2,629.00Uncirculated: $12,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $900.00 – $5,000.00Uncirculated: $6,000.00 – $55,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $336.00 – $2,220.00Uncirculated: $1,880.00
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eBayCirculated: $650.00 – $737.90
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $489.00 – $822.50Uncirculated: $3,120.00
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eBayCirculated: $620.00 – $1,299.95
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,150.00 – $19,388.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,900.00 – $3,525.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,800.00 – $24,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $3,789.00 – $21,850.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3,100.00 – $23,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1875 Dollar
The 1875 Seated Liberty Dollar represents a significant year in American coinage. This coin was produced during a period of economic recovery following the Civil War and the Panic of 1873. The Seated Liberty design, featuring Lady Liberty seated on a rock, had been in use since 1840 and was a beloved symbol of American freedom and democracy.
1875 marked one of the last years of silver dollar production before the Bland-Allison Act of 1878 mandated the creation of the Morgan Dollar. The 1875 dollar thus represents a transitional period in U.S. coinage history, bridging the gap between the Seated Liberty and Morgan dollar designs.
| Weight | 26.73 grams |
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| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Mint Marks | CC, S |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Seated Liberty design, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
| Reverse Design | Eagle with shield, designed by Robert Scot |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of an 1875 Seated Liberty Dollar significantly impacts its value and desirability among collectors. Coins in higher grades, particularly those in Mint State (MS) condition, are considerably rarer and more valuable.
For Carson City (CC) mint coins, even circulated examples in VF or XF condition can command substantial premiums due to the mint’s popularity among collectors. San Francisco (S) mint coins are generally more available but still valuable in higher grades.
Key factors affecting condition include:
– Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full details are more desirable.
– Luster: Original mint luster significantly enhances value.
– Surface preservation: Fewer contact marks and abrasions increase desirability.
– Toning: Natural, attractive toning can add to a coin’s appeal and value.
Mintage: 1,573,700
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 4,487,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, with higher demand for high-grade examples
Several factors can further influence the value of an 1875 Seated Liberty Dollar:
1. Mint mark: Carson City (CC) coins generally command higher premiums due to the mint’s historical significance and lower production numbers.
2. Die state: Late die state coins with interesting characteristics can be more valuable to specialists.
3. Provenance: Coins with a documented history of ownership by notable collectors can have added value.
4. Certification: Third-party grading and encapsulation can increase a coin’s marketability and value, especially for high-grade specimens.
5. Historical significance: As one of the last years of Seated Liberty Dollar production, 1875 coins hold special appeal for collectors of 19th-century American coinage.
