As of May, 2024, a 1840 Dollar in circulated condition is worth between $6,850.00 and $9,750.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $11,500.00 and $140,000.00, 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 $74,750.00 in the 08/09/2007 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 38.10 millimeters
Weight: 26.73 grams
Mintage: 15
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dollars 1836-1873

1840 Dollar (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-65140,000.00
MS-64+70,000.00
MS-6452,500.00
MS-63+34,000.00
MS-6330,000.00
MS-62+22,500.00
MS-6221,000.00
MS-6115,750.00
MS-6011,500.00
AU-58+9,750.00
AU-588,750.00
AU-55+7,500.00
AU-556,850.00

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 State11,500.00140,000.0044,138.89
About Uncirculated6,850.009,750.008,212.50

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.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1840 Liberty Seated Dollar. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1840 Dollar (Regular Strike)250.006,000.007,000.0065,000.00
1840 Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A47,500.00105,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1840 Dollar (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

$115.00

Lowest Sale Price
$52,800.00

Highest Sale Price
$35,399.38

Average Sale Price
$40,800.00

Most Recent Sale Price
16

Number of Sales
$566,390.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6558,750.0074,750.0065,718.75
MS-64115.0052,800.0035,399.38
MS-636,600.0035,200.0021,511.69
MS-6212,650.0020,700.0016,773.44
MS-619,000.0013,225.0011,345.00
MS-606,000.008,913.007,471.00
AU-505,760.0011,550.007,870.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1840 Dollar (Proof) coin across various grades from AU-50 to MS-65. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $74,750.00.

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 1840 Dollar (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1840 Dollar (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 49.06% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Superior Galleries with 11.32% / 9.43% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1840 Dollar (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
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions7,500.0009/17/2023
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions6,300.0004/12/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions40,800.0010/09/2022
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions5,760.0010/09/2022
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers21,600.0008/25/2021
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers22,200.0006/16/2021
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers25,200.0003/31/2021
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions6,000.0010/18/2020
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions9,000.0008/19/2018
MS-64NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions32,900.0007/26/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions30,000.0001/03/2018
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers23,500.0003/29/2017
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions19,388.6801/06/2016
MS-62PCGSStack's Bowers17,037.5008/12/2015
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions19,975.0004/26/2015
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions58,750.0006/23/2014
MS-62PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers19,975.0006/02/2014
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers20,700.0003/22/2012
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions12,650.0002/02/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions34,500.0001/03/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions34,500.0001/03/2012
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions60,375.0010/13/2011
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions17,250.0010/13/2011
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions16,100.0008/11/2011
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions20,700.0001/06/2010
MS-62NGCStack's12,650.0007/01/2009
MS-64PCGSStack's32,000.0007/01/2009
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions69,000.0004/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions37,375.0001/01/2009
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions17,825.0004/01/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions74,750.0008/09/2007
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions12,650.0011/03/2005
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions24,150.0007/28/2005
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena35,650.0007/01/2005
MS-61NGCBowers & Merena12,075.0003/10/2005
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC42,550.0011/28/2004
MS-61NGCSuperior Galleries9,775.0011/18/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions36,800.0008/18/2004
MS-62NGCSuperior Galleries20,700.0001/25/2004
MS-64PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities39,100.0012/01/2003
MS-64NGCSuperior Galleries46,000.0009/14/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions40,250.0004/01/2002
MS-61PCGSHeritage Auctions13,225.0004/01/2002
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries31,050.0010/01/2000
MS-60PCGSSuperior Galleries8,913.0010/01/2000
MS-63NONEDavid Akers35,200.0005/01/1998
AU-50NONEStack's11,550.0001/15/1997
MS-63PCGSBowers & Merena15,950.0003/21/1996
MS-63PCGSBowers & Merena22,000.0005/01/1995
MS-64NONEStack's52,800.0010/01/1992
MS-63NONEStack's6,600.0001/01/1984
MS-63NONEBowers & Ruddy24,000.0003/01/1980
MS-64NONENumismatic Gallery115.0001/01/1945