As of May, 2024, a 1871 Dollar, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2,850.00 and $42,500.00, 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 $37,375.00 in the 01/01/2008 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: 960
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dollars 1836-1873

1871 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-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 State2,850.0042,500.0014,487.50

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 1871 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1871 Dollar (Regular Strike)200.002,500.002,750.00125,000.00
1871-CC Dollar (Regular Strike)3,500.0090,000.00100,000.00350,000.00
1871 Dollar (Proof)950.002,100.002,550.0085,000.00
1871 Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4,500.006,000.00
1871 Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A3,250.00200,000.00

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.

1871 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

$4,600.00

Lowest Sale Price
$10,350.00

Highest Sale Price
$6,446.29

Average Sale Price
$5,280.00

Most Recent Sale Price
21

Number of Sales
$135,372.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6614,950.0037,375.0024,540.28
MS-65+13,200.0016,800.0015,000.00
MS-658,225.0011,788.0010,502.75
MS-64+5,760.008,812.507,286.25
MS-644,600.0010,350.006,446.29
MS-632,875.004,320.003,520.78
MS-623,360.004,406.004,027.75

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1871 Dollar, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $37,375.00.

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 1871 Dollar, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1871 Dollar, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 62.12% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Bowers & Merena with 12.12% / 6.06% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1871 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-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions16,800.0010/09/2022
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions4,320.0010/10/2021
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions3,360.0006/20/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,280.0004/26/2020
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions10,868.7503/26/2020
MS-64+PCGSStack's Bowers5,760.0003/25/2020
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions3,840.0001/14/2019
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions13,200.0002/22/2018
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions4,320.0002/22/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions10,200.0001/03/2018
MS-64PCGSBonham's4,914.0009/05/2017
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,875.0008/01/2017
MS-63NGCKagin's3,525.0003/09/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions11,162.5002/16/2017
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,640.0008/09/2016
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers3,055.0008/09/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions8,225.0001/06/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions18,800.0012/03/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,700.0009/20/2015
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers3,070.2808/12/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21,150.0002/01/2015
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions8,812.5012/04/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21,737.5010/27/2014
MS-63PCGSGreat Collections4,071.1010/12/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions23,500.0009/04/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions25,850.0004/24/2013
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions4,406.0002/07/2013
MS-63NGCStack's Bowers3,525.0008/04/2012
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,881.0005/30/2012
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers10,925.0003/22/2012
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,750.0001/24/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions23,000.0001/03/2012
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,335.0009/07/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions34,500.0001/05/2011
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena6,325.0001/03/2011
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,881.0012/02/2010
MS-62PCGSStack's4,025.0011/10/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions9,200.0009/22/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,450.0006/02/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,450.0004/28/2010
MS-63PCGSBowers & Merena3,105.0002/15/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0001/06/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,750.0001/06/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0012/03/2009
MS-63PCGSBowers & Merena3,105.0008/05/2009
MS-63NGCBowers & Merena3,565.0003/01/2009
MS-64NGCStack's6,613.0001/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0009/01/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0006/26/2008
MS-64NGCStack's5,750.0006/01/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions6,900.0004/01/2008
MS-64NGCStack's6,900.0003/26/2008
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions4,313.0001/09/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions37,375.0001/01/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,750.0009/27/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0008/08/2007
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions6,900.0007/12/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,600.0009/13/2006
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers6,900.0009/12/2006
MS-66NGCGoldberg Auctioneers14,950.0009/12/2006
MS-63NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities4,025.0012/06/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11,788.0007/28/2005
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,105.0005/04/2005
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers10,350.0002/23/2005
MS-65NGCSuperior Galleries10,350.0001/25/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions2,875.0006/01/2002