As of May, 2024, a 1872 Dollar, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2,850.00 and $75,000.00, 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 $50,400.00 in the 01/16/2022 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: 950
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Dollars 1836-1873

1872 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-6775,000.00
MS-66+45,000.00
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 State2,850.0075,000.0019,334.62

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 1872 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1872 Dollar (Regular Strike)200.002,500.002,750.00175,000.00
1872-CC Dollar (Regular Strike)1,500.0025,000.0030,000.00400,000.00
1872-S Dollar (Regular Strike)400.0015,000.0017,500.00125,000.00
1872 Dollar (Proof)1,000.002,100.002,550.0085,000.00
1872 Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A8,000.0062,500.00

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.

1872 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

$4,320.00

Lowest Sale Price
$8,400.00

Highest Sale Price
$5,796.62

Average Sale Price
$5,280.00

Most Recent Sale Price
17

Number of Sales
$98,542.50

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6750,400.0050,400.0050,400.00
MS-6615,600.0032,900.0022,781.30
MS-657,800.0014,375.0011,306.25
MS-64+8,225.0012,000.0010,266.67
MS-644,320.008,400.005,796.62
MS-63+5,886.755,886.755,886.75
MS-632,818.004,800.003,717.08
MS-621,035.002,160.001,597.50
MS-602,148.303,600.002,874.15

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1872 Dollar, 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 $50,400.00.

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 1872 Dollar, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1872 Dollar, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 56.60% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Goldberg Auctioneers with 20.75% / 7.55% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1872 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-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,280.0011/19/2023
MS-64+PCGSStack's Bowers12,000.0003/29/2023
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions7,800.0001/16/2023
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers15,600.0011/09/2022
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers8,400.0008/31/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions50,400.0001/16/2022
MS-64+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions10,575.0009/02/2021
MS-60PCGSStack's Bowers3,600.0011/18/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21,000.0010/18/2020
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,800.0009/20/2020
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers3,600.0008/19/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,320.0006/07/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21,625.2006/07/2020
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,600.0006/07/2020
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers10,200.0003/25/2020
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,760.0008/18/2019
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,160.0002/22/2018
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11,400.0002/22/2018
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,875.0003/30/2016
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,287.5003/30/2016
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,170.0003/30/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions13,512.5009/20/2015
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions8,225.0008/16/2015
MS-60PCGSGreat Collections2,148.3005/11/2014
MS-63+PCGSHeritage Auctions5,886.7502/03/2014
MS-63PCGSStack's Bowers3,055.0011/08/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,113.0009/25/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions32,900.0004/24/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,600.0004/18/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0011/08/2011
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers5,060.0008/15/2011
MS-63PCGSStack's3,738.0005/01/2009
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions10,350.0007/30/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions10,350.0007/30/2008
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena9,775.0004/01/2008
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions4,025.0004/01/2008
MS-63NGCDavid Lawrence RC3,220.0011/29/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions14,375.0008/09/2007
MS-63NGCStack's2,990.0003/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions6,325.0002/01/2007
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers5,894.0009/12/2006
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities14,375.0008/11/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions5,463.0001/24/2006
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0007/27/2005
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers7,188.0002/23/2005
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers5,750.0009/07/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions4,025.0006/03/2004
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions2,818.0001/31/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,830.0002/01/2003
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena4,715.0001/01/2003
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers5,750.0002/18/2002
MS-62NONEHeritage Auctions1,035.0008/08/2001
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions10,925.0008/08/2001