As of May, 2024, a 1866 Dollar Motto, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2,850.00 and $185,000.00, 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 $96,000.00 in the 10/09/2022 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: 725
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dollars 1836-1873

1866 Dollar Motto, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-69185,000.00
MS-68+155,000.00
MS-68135,000.00
MS-67+120,000.00
MS-67110,000.00
MS-66+52,500.00
MS-6631,500.00
MS-65+25,000.00
MS-6521,500.00
MS-64+14,500.00
MS-649,750.00
MS-63+6,500.00
MS-635,250.00
MS-62+4,750.00
MS-624,500.00
MS-613,750.00
MS-602,850.00

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 State2,850.00185,000.0052,197.06

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 1866 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1866 Dollar No Motto, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,500,000.002,250,000.00
1866 Dollar Motto (Regular Strike)300.003,250.003,500.00250,000.00
1866 Dollar Motto (Proof)1,050.002,150.002,550.0085,000.00
1866 Dollar Motto, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A3,250.00115,000.00

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.

1866 Dollar Motto, Cam (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

$3,120.00

Lowest Sale Price
$8,913.00

Highest Sale Price
$6,105.36

Average Sale Price
$5,750.00

Most Recent Sale Price
51

Number of Sales
$311,373.45

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67+84,000.0084,000.0084,000.00
MS-6729,900.0096,000.0053,605.00
MS-6614,950.0028,800.0021,191.00
MS-65+13,800.0014,100.0013,950.00
MS-658,338.0025,300.0013,886.71
MS-64+8,812.508,812.508,812.50
MS-643,120.008,913.006,105.36
MS-633,335.004,945.004,000.79
MS-622,013.004,320.003,093.84
MS-612,300.002,585.002,490.00
MS-602,751.002,751.002,751.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1866 Dollar Motto, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-60 to MS-67+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $96,000.00.

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 1866 Dollar Motto, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1866 Dollar Motto, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 56.82% share, followed by American Numismatic Rarities / David Lawrence RC with 7.58% / 6.82% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1866 Dollar Motto, CAM (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-66PCGSScotsman25,370.0007/28/2023
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions13,800.0005/07/2023
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers19,800.0003/29/2023
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions96,000.0010/09/2022
MS-60NGCDavid Lawrence RC2,751.0009/04/2022
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC5,750.0007/03/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions28,800.0005/08/2022
MS-64NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,230.0004/28/2022
MS-67+PCGSStack's Bowers84,000.0011/30/2021
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions4,320.0008/22/2021
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions4,560.0008/22/2021
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,040.0011/18/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,840.0006/07/2020
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,080.0004/15/2020
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC3,600.0003/29/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions10,500.0001/12/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,120.0001/12/2020
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions4,800.0010/24/2019
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers6,300.0001/30/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21,600.0001/14/2019
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC7,001.0012/16/2018
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions3,240.0006/17/2018
MS-62NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,467.5005/19/2016
MS-64PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,817.5005/19/2016
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions14,100.0001/06/2016
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions4,935.0001/06/2016
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC5,950.0001/03/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions19,975.0010/29/2015
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers22,325.0008/12/2015
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0006/07/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions17,625.0005/12/2015
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers8,812.5001/27/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,640.0001/07/2015
MS-64PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions7,050.0012/14/2014
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions2,820.0009/04/2014
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions2,585.0004/23/2014
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions2,585.0004/23/2014
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions3,965.6302/03/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions7,167.5001/08/2014
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions2,585.0011/15/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions17,625.0011/01/2013
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections6,606.0010/20/2013
MS-64+PCGSStack's Bowers8,812.5007/27/2013
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,235.9508/04/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0005/30/2012
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,450.0005/30/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions25,300.0004/18/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,750.0002/02/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0001/03/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions43,125.0001/03/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions7,475.0001/03/2012
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers25,300.0011/15/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0010/13/2011
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers13,225.0008/18/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0008/11/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0001/05/2011
MS-63PCGSStack's3,738.0011/10/2010
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11,500.0010/27/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,750.0009/22/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions27,600.0009/22/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,888.0008/11/2010
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions69,000.0006/02/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,894.0002/03/2010
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions3,220.0002/03/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0010/22/2009
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions14,375.0005/01/2009
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions14,950.0004/01/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,750.0012/04/2008
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers8,913.0009/16/2008
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12,650.0009/01/2008
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,600.0007/30/2008
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena7,475.0007/26/2008
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0006/26/2008
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC6,900.0006/05/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions7,188.0004/01/2008
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC11,500.0003/17/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0003/06/2008
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions4,313.0001/09/2008
MS-65PCGSStack's11,000.0011/13/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions29,900.0008/09/2007
MS-64NGCStack's7,130.0005/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions8,625.0005/01/2007
MS-61NGCStack's2,300.0003/01/2007
MS-63NGCSuperior Galleries3,450.0002/01/2007
MS-63PCGSBowers & Merena4,025.0002/01/2007
MS-65PCGSStack's20,700.0011/07/2006
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers6,038.0009/12/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12,650.0008/14/2006
MS-63NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities4,830.0006/21/2006
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries7,762.0005/28/2006
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11,500.0004/26/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions20,700.0004/26/2006
MS-63NGCSuperior Galleries4,025.0003/30/2006
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena14,950.0002/04/2006
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC10,925.0001/30/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12,075.0001/05/2006
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions3,738.0001/04/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12,650.0012/13/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions19,263.0011/03/2005
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities12,075.0009/18/2005
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities15,525.0007/25/2005
MS-67NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities30,000.0007/25/2005
MS-64NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities4,830.0007/25/2005
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0005/04/2005
MS-63PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities4,945.0003/08/2005
MS-66NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities16,100.0003/08/2005
MS-63PCGSStack's3,335.0003/01/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions18,400.0002/23/2005
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers6,613.0002/23/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions6,038.0002/23/2005
MS-62NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities3,220.0001/10/2005
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,485.0012/08/2004
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities12,650.0011/30/2004
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC6,900.0011/28/2004
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers5,520.0009/07/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,175.0008/18/2004
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities14,950.0008/15/2004
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11,643.0007/28/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,910.0007/20/2004
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena6,038.0005/04/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,565.0001/31/2004
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers6,038.0001/28/2004
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions2,760.0001/07/2004
MS-65NGCSuperior Galleries12,650.0009/14/2003
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries7,475.0009/14/2003
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,565.0009/01/2003
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries5,750.0007/27/2003
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,485.0007/26/2003
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena4,888.0006/26/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions8,338.0005/01/2003
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,013.0003/20/2003
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions4,140.0009/01/2002