As of May, 2024, a 1870 Dollar, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2,850.00 and $110,000.00, 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 $60,375.00 in the 04/01/2008 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 38.10 millimeters
Weight: 26.73 grams
Mintage: 1,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dollars 1836-1873

1870 Dollar, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-68110,000.00
MS-67+90,000.00
MS-6775,000.00
MS-66+42,500.00
MS-6635,000.00
MS-65+25,500.00
MS-6519,000.00
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 State2,850.00110,000.0029,923.33

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 1870 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1870-CC Dollar (Regular Strike)900.0025,000.0030,000.00175,000.00
1870-S Dollar (Regular Strike)750,000.001,850,000.002,000,000.002,500,000.00
1870 Dollar (Regular Strike)200.002,500.002,750.00175,000.00
1870 Dollar (Proof)950.002,100.002,550.0057,500.00
1870 Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A3,250.00125,000.00

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.

1870 Dollar, 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

$3,760.00

Lowest Sale Price
$8,625.00

Highest Sale Price
$5,777.90

Average Sale Price
$5,760.00

Most Recent Sale Price
32

Number of Sales
$184,892.65

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6734,500.0060,375.0044,531.25
MS-6614,376.0021,066.0016,963.14
MS-658,625.0019,975.0012,562.00
MS-643,760.008,625.005,777.90
MS-633,290.004,485.003,747.00
MS-622,760.003,760.003,171.33
MS-613,120.003,120.003,120.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1870 Dollar, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-61 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $60,375.00.

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 1870 Dollar, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1870 Dollar, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 71.43% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Goldberg Auctioneers with 9.09% / 3.90% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1870 Dollar, 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-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,600.0001/14/2024
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,760.0012/17/2023
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions10,800.0008/20/2023
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21,066.0001/15/2023
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions48,000.0008/28/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,460.4007/17/2022
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers14,400.0004/13/2022
MS-61PCGSHeritage Auctions3,120.0001/16/2022
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions16,200.0001/16/2022
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions3,600.0004/25/2021
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC5,500.0002/07/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions6,600.0001/24/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,320.0004/15/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,760.0012/07/2019
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers18,000.0008/20/2019
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions3,000.0008/19/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12,000.0008/19/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,520.0007/15/2018
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers16,800.0003/21/2018
MS-63NGCKagin's3,290.0009/15/2017
MS-64NGCBonham's4,680.0009/05/2017
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers4,700.0008/09/2016
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions4,700.0007/07/2016
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions3,760.0006/08/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions11,750.0001/06/2016
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,640.0001/06/2016
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions17,625.0009/20/2015
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,405.0008/16/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,760.0001/07/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,935.0001/07/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,287.5011/06/2014
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers4,993.7503/27/2014
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,820.0009/25/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions35,250.0008/08/2013
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions19,975.0008/08/2013
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions3,114.0001/09/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,581.0001/09/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions10,575.0001/09/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions6,325.0002/02/2012
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers11,040.0002/01/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions8,050.0011/08/2011
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers8,050.0008/15/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions18,400.0007/07/2011
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers4,485.0003/31/2011
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions2,990.0001/05/2011
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena6,986.0001/03/2011
MS-64PCGSStack's7,475.0011/10/2010
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions11,500.0009/22/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions8,625.0008/11/2010
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11,500.0008/11/2010
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions34,500.0008/11/2010
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions16,675.0002/03/2010
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0001/06/2010
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,175.0007/01/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,031.0007/01/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions14,376.0004/01/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0010/01/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0008/04/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0006/26/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions12,650.0004/01/2008
MS-67NGCBowers & Merena60,375.0004/01/2008
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0002/01/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions13,800.0011/29/2006
MS-65PCGSStack's/ANR9,000.0010/05/2006
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers3,680.0009/12/2006
MS-62PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities2,760.0006/21/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0001/24/2006
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions8,625.0012/13/2005
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers3,680.0002/23/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,888.0001/12/2005
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities11,213.0008/15/2004
MS-64PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities6,670.0008/15/2004
MS-65NGCStack's/ANR14,950.0006/23/2004
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries12,650.0001/06/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12,075.0007/26/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions9,775.0005/01/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,715.0002/01/2003