As of May, 2024, a 1857 Dollar in circulated condition is worth between $2,750.00 and $4,000.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $4,750.00 and $87,500.00, 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 $41,125.00 in the 10/28/2021 by renowned auctioneer Legend Rare Coin Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 38.10 millimeters
Weight: 26.73 grams
Mintage: 50
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dollars 1836-1873

1857 Dollar (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-66+87,500.00
MS-6675,000.00
MS-65+62,500.00
MS-6550,000.00
MS-64+32,500.00
MS-6422,500.00
MS-63+16,000.00
MS-6312,500.00
MS-62+10,000.00
MS-628,750.00
MS-616,750.00
MS-604,750.00
AU-58+4,000.00
AU-583,650.00
AU-55+3,400.00
AU-553,150.00
AU-53+2,900.00
AU-532,750.00

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 State4,750.0087,500.0032,395.83
About Uncirculated2,750.004,000.003,308.33

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 1857 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1857 Dollar (Regular Strike)1,000.006,750.007,000.00150,000.00
1857 Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A12,500.0017,500.00
1857 Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A12,500.0095,000.00

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.

1857 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

$7,015.00

Lowest Sale Price
$20,900.00

Highest Sale Price
$14,666.85

Average Sale Price
$15,000.00

Most Recent Sale Price
27

Number of Sales
$396,005.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-66+28,200.0028,200.0028,200.00
MS-6625,300.0033,350.0030,525.00
MS-6520,562.5041,125.0024,726.50
MS-647,015.0020,900.0014,666.85
MS-63+7,800.009,900.008,775.00
MS-6337.5018,700.007,987.54
MS-625,750.008,338.007,037.67
MS-615,405.005,750.005,577.50
MS-604,025.006,325.004,791.67
AU-532,400.002,400.002,400.00
AU-50138.0022,000.006,325.20
PO-14,888.004,888.004,888.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1857 Dollar (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-66+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $41,125.00.

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 1857 Dollar (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1857 Dollar (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 55.13% share, followed by Bowers & Merena / Stack's Bowers with 14.10% / 10.26% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1857 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-63+NGCHeritage Auctions9,900.0007/23/2023
AU-53PCGSStack's Bowers2,400.0003/29/2023
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions6,600.0005/08/2022
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions41,125.0010/28/2021
MS-63+NGCHeritage Auctions9,000.0004/25/2021
MS-63+NGCHeritage Auctions7,800.0001/24/2021
MS-62PCGSDavid Lawrence RC7,450.0002/09/2020
MS-63+NGCHeritage Auctions8,400.0010/24/2019
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers15,000.0011/08/2017
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers9,987.5008/01/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions20,562.5001/04/2017
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers22,325.0003/30/2016
MS-66+NGCHeritage Auctions28,200.0002/04/2016
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions5,405.0002/04/2016
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers11,750.0011/05/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions30,550.0005/12/2015
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions10,575.0002/01/2015
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions20,562.5001/07/2015
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions12,102.5001/07/2015
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers18,800.0011/08/2013
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers12,925.0007/27/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions21,150.0001/09/2013
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions32,900.0011/29/2012
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions9,775.0007/12/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions13,800.0001/03/2012
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers22,540.0003/31/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions11,500.0003/17/2011
MS-61PCGSBowers & Merena5,750.0008/07/2010
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena16,100.0008/07/2010
AU-50NONEStack's6,325.0006/15/2010
PO-1NGCHeritage Auctions4,888.0004/28/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions13,225.0004/01/2009
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions23,000.0003/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions16,100.0003/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions17,250.0007/01/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions16,100.0006/26/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions13,800.0005/28/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions17,250.0004/01/2008
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena14,950.0004/01/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions31,050.0003/06/2008
AU-50NCSHeritage Auctions2,760.0001/09/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions18,400.0001/01/2008
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions5,750.0001/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions17,250.0010/24/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions18,400.0008/14/2006
MS-60NCSHeritage Auctions4,025.0004/06/2006
MS-63PCGSSuperior Galleries12,650.0003/30/2006
MS-63PCGSBowers & Merena9,200.0003/16/2006
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions7,188.0003/02/2006
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries16,100.0002/05/2006
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions10,638.0001/05/2006
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions4,025.0001/04/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions17,250.0011/03/2005
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena33,350.0007/01/2005
MS-63PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities9,200.0005/25/2005
MS-60NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0001/12/2005
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16,675.0011/28/2004
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers10,350.0001/28/2004
MS-63NONEScotsman5,635.0010/16/2003
MS-62NGCSuperior Galleries8,338.0009/14/2003
AU-50NONEStack's22,000.0003/11/2003
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers7,015.0002/24/2003
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena21,850.0011/06/2002
MS-62PCGSBowers & Merena6,900.0007/31/2002
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions12,075.0004/01/2002
AU-50NONEHeritage Auctions138.0005/04/2000
AU-50NONEHeritage Auctions403.0002/01/2000
MS-63NONEBowers & Merena4,830.0008/09/1999
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions25,300.0009/01/1998
MS-63NONEHeritage Auctions5,520.0008/01/1998
MS-63NONEDavid Akers18,700.0005/01/1998
MS-63NONEBowers & Merena7,150.0004/01/1997
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,840.0008/16/1995
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena10,725.0005/01/1995
MS-64NONEStack's20,900.0010/01/1992
MS-65NONEBowers & Merena23,100.0011/01/1988
MS-63NONEStack's3,300.0001/01/1984
MS-63NONENumismatic Gallery37.5001/01/1945