As of May, 2024, a 1839 Dollar Original in circulated condition is worth between $25,000.00 and $45,500.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $47,500.00 and $200,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $168,000.00 in the 08/22/2021 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 39.00 millimeters
Weight: 26.73 grams
Mintage: 300
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dollars 1836-1873

1839 Dollar Original (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-65200,000.00
MS-64+130,000.00
MS-64110,000.00
MS-63+85,000.00
MS-6377,500.00
MS-62+65,000.00
MS-6257,500.00
MS-6150,000.00
MS-6047,500.00
AU-58+45,500.00
AU-5844,000.00
AU-55+42,500.00
AU-5540,000.00
AU-53+37,500.00
AU-5336,500.00
AU-50+35,000.00
AU-5034,000.00
XF-45+32,500.00
XF-4530,000.00
XF-4025,000.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State47,500.00200,000.0091,388.89
About Uncirculated34,000.0045,500.0039,375.00
Extremely Fine25,000.0032,500.0029,166.67

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

1839 Dollar Original (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$3,910.00

Lowest Sale Price
$29,900.00

Highest Sale Price
$13,606.70

Average Sale Price
$9,106.00

Most Recent Sale Price
10

Number of Sales
$136,067.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-65125.00168,000.00110,875.00
MS-6450,600.0063,250.0057,116.67
MS-63+64,625.0064,625.0064,625.00
MS-6335,000.0086,250.0057,530.36
MS-6246,800.0046,800.0046,800.00
MS-6139,600.0039,600.0039,600.00
MS-6013,800.0026,400.0020,100.00
AU-5825,300.0025,300.0025,300.00
AU-5511,750.0016,100.0013,925.00
AU-503,910.0029,900.0013,606.70
XF-4518,975.0025,850.0022,412.50
XF-4014,400.0024,150.0019,275.00
VF-356,900.006,900.006,900.00
VF-205,980.005,980.005,980.00
PO-17,800.0015,600.0011,452.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1839 Dollar Original (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-65. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $168,000.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1839 Dollar Original (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1839 Dollar Original (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 59.52% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Stack's with 11.90% / 7.14% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1839 Dollar Original (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
XF-40PCGSStack's Bowers14,400.0008/25/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions168,000.0008/22/2021
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions46,800.0006/20/2021
MS-61PCGSHeritage Auctions39,600.0004/25/2021
PO-1PCGSHeritage Auctions15,600.0009/08/2019
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions26,400.0003/16/2019
PO-1ANACSHeritage Auctions7,800.0003/29/2018
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers164,500.0003/29/2017
MS-63+PCGSHeritage Auctions64,625.0001/04/2017
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions67,562.5006/08/2016
PO-1NGCHeritage Auctions15,275.0012/03/2015
AU-55NGCStack's Bowers11,750.0003/27/2015
PO-1PCGSHeritage Auctions8,812.5001/07/2015
XF-45PCGSStack's Bowers25,850.0008/06/2014
MS-63NGCDavid Lawrence RC35,000.0002/09/2014
MS-63PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions86,250.0012/19/2013
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions9,106.0004/08/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions51,750.0005/30/2012
XF-45PCGSStack's Bowers18,975.0011/15/2011
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions16,100.0008/11/2010
PO-1NGCHeritage Auctions9,775.0008/11/2010
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions9,200.0004/28/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions63,250.0003/24/2010
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions25,300.0004/01/2009
AU-50NCSBowers & Merena7,188.0003/01/2009
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions74,750.0001/01/2008
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions21,850.0009/27/2007
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions46,000.0001/01/2007
AU-50NONEStack's29,900.0010/18/2006
AU-50NCSHeritage Auctions13,800.0002/09/2006
MS-64NGCSuperior Galleries50,600.0005/29/2005
XF-40NONEStack's24,150.0003/01/2005
AU-50NCSHeritage Auctions12,650.0001/12/2005
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions6,613.0006/03/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions41,400.0006/03/2004
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries57,500.0005/31/2004
AU-50PCGSSuperior Galleries21,850.0005/31/2004
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions3,910.0002/01/2003
VF-35NONEBowers & Merena6,900.0003/21/2002
MS-60NONEStack's13,800.0011/12/2001
VF-20NONEBowers & Merena5,980.0008/06/2001
MS-65NONEB. Max Mehl125.0006/01/1941