As of May, 2024, a 1884 Trade Dollar in circulated condition is worth $325,000.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $425,000.00 and $1,500,000.00, 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 $1,140,000.00 in the 01/14/2019 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: William Barber
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 38.10 millimeters
Weight: 27.20 grams
Mintage: 10
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Trade Dollars 1873-1885

1884 Trade Dollar (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-671,500,000.00
MS-661,300,000.00
MS-651,200,000.00
MS-64+850,000.00
MS-64750,000.00
MS-63+665,000.00
MS-63600,000.00
MS-62+475,000.00
MS-62425,000.00
AU-50325,000.00

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 State425,000.001,500,000.00862,777.78
About Uncirculated325,000.00325,000.00325,000.00

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 1884 Trade 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1884 Trade Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A650,000.001,550,000.00

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.

1884 Trade 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

$46,200.00

Lowest Sale Price
$423,000.00

Highest Sale Price
$223,318.75

Average Sale Price
$396,000.00

Most Recent Sale Price
8

Number of Sales
$1,786,550.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67510,600.00510,600.00510,600.00
MS-66396,000.001,140,000.00768,000.00
MS-65315.00998,750.00408,663.00
MS-6445,100.00310,500.00177,800.00
MS-6346,200.00423,000.00223,318.75
MS-6257,200.0057,200.0057,200.00
AU-5086,250.00126,500.00106,375.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1884 Trade Dollar (Proof) coin across various grades from AU-50 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $1,140,000.00.

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 1884 Trade Dollar (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1884 Trade Dollar (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 38.10% share, followed by Stack's / Bowers & Merena with 19.05% / 14.29% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1884 Trade 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-63PCGSHeritage Auctions396,000.0007/15/2021
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions336,000.0008/18/2019
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,140,000.0001/14/2019
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions423,000.0001/04/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions998,750.0001/08/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions603,750.0011/03/2005
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC310,500.0011/28/2004
MS-63NGCStack's258,750.0005/14/2003
MS-63NGCBowers & Merena138,000.0001/01/2003
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions138,000.0004/01/2002
AU-50NONEStack's126,500.0003/07/2002
MS-67PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers510,600.0010/02/2000
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries264,500.0010/01/2000
AU-50PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers86,250.0002/06/2000
MS-66NONEBowers & Merena396,000.0004/01/1997
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions50,600.0003/01/1996
MS-65NONEStack's176,000.0010/01/1992
MS-63NONERARCOA46,200.0008/10/1990
MS-62NONEBowers & Merena57,200.0003/01/1988
MS-64NONEStack's45,100.0001/01/1984
MS-65NONEB. Max Mehl315.0006/01/1941