Price Guide for 1875 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: $1.75 – $1,080.00Uncirculated: $196.00 – $15,275.00
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eBayCirculated: $14.50 – $494.98Uncirculated: $221.50 – $4,250.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $55.00 – $650.00Uncirculated: $700.00 – $9,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3.25 – $2,640.00Uncirculated: $3.75 – $44,650.00
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eBayCirculated: $58.09 – $1,500.00Uncirculated: $4,600.00 – $4,800.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $70.00 – $2,600.00Uncirculated: $2,750.00 – $60,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $13.00 – $6,325.00Uncirculated: $3.15 – $22,325.00
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eBayCirculated: $43.25 – $475.00Uncirculated: $311.00 – $1,799.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $55.00 – $650.00Uncirculated: $700.00 – $22,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $357.00 – $8,812.50Uncirculated: $3.15 – $14,300.00
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eBayCirculated: $421.20 – $500.00Uncirculated: $672.66 – $2,423.69
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $600.00 – $850.00Uncirculated: $900.00 – $40,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $180.00 – $288.00Uncirculated: $2,937.50 – $3,360.00
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eBayUncirculated: $399.99
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $720.00Uncirculated: $1,680.00 – $7,440.00
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eBayCirculated: $172.59 – $2,950.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $780.00
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eBayCirculated: $715.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $5,880.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $763.75Uncirculated: $1,800.00 – $4,112.50
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3,840.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $4,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2,100.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,200.00Uncirculated: $4,920.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $124.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $720.00 – $1,938.75
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $240.00 – $288.00
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eBayCirculated: $82.50 – $585.13Uncirculated: $1,150.00 – $1,899.99
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $156.00 – $360.00Uncirculated: $881.25 – $4,700.00
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eBayCirculated: $81.15 – $511.00Uncirculated: $89.88
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $264.00
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eBayCirculated: $142.36 – $148.75
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eBayCirculated: $55.55 – $179.50
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eBayCirculated: $220.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,320.00 – $5,040.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $705.00 – $3,120.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1,250.00 – $2,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3,150.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,900.00Uncirculated: $1,140.00 – $23,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $861.00 – $2,149.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,100.00 – $13,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1875 Half Dollar
The 1875 Seated Liberty Half Dollar was part of the long-running Seated Liberty series, which began in 1839 and continued until 1891. This coin was minted during a period of economic recovery following the Panic of 1873, which had significantly impacted silver coinage production.
The Seated Liberty design, featuring Lady Liberty seated on a rock, was a classic representation of American coinage in the 19th century. The reverse design, with its heraldic eagle, remained largely unchanged since its introduction decades earlier.
| Weight | 12.44 grams |
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| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Mint Marks | CC, 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 1875 Half Dollars significantly impacts their value. Coins in higher grades (MS63 and above) are considerably rarer and more valuable due to the scarcity of well-preserved examples.
Uncirculated specimens with original mint luster are highly prized by collectors, especially for the Carson City mint. The presence of attractive toning can also enhance the value, particularly for San Francisco and Philadelphia issues.
Mintage: 1,008,000
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, due to Carson City mint popularity
Mintage: 3,200,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, more common than CC mint
Mintage: 6,027,500
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Uncommon in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, most common of the three mints
Mint marks play a crucial role in determining value, with Carson City (CC) coins generally commanding the highest premiums due to the mint’s limited production and historical significance.
The quality of strike is an important factor, as many 1875 Half Dollars exhibit weakness in certain areas, particularly on the eagle’s left leg on the reverse. Well-struck examples with full detail are more desirable and valuable.
Die varieties, while not as numerous or significant as in some earlier years, can still affect value for specialized collectors. Authenticity is also a concern, as high-grade examples, especially of the Carson City mint, have been targets for counterfeiting.
