As of May, 2024, a 1794 Half Dime LM-3 in circulated condition is worth between $2,500.00 and $22,500.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $25,000.00 and $175,000.00, 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 $132,250.00 in the 08/07/2010 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Scot
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 16.50 millimeters
Weight: 1.35 grams
Mintage: 7,756
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 89.2% Silver, 10.8% Copper
Series: Flowing Hair Half Dimes 1794-1795

1794 Half Dime Lm-3 (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-66175,000.00
MS-65+110,000.00
MS-6590,000.00
MS-64+70,000.00
MS-6445,000.00
MS-63+40,000.00
MS-6337,500.00
MS-62+35,000.00
MS-6232,500.00
MS-6127,500.00
MS-6025,000.00
AU-58+22,500.00
AU-5820,000.00
AU-55+18,000.00
AU-5517,000.00
AU-53+16,000.00
AU-5315,000.00
AU-50+14,500.00
AU-5014,000.00
XF-45+13,000.00
XF-4512,500.00
XF-4010,000.00
VF-358,000.00
VF-307,000.00
VF-256,500.00
VF-206,000.00
F-155,500.00
F-124,500.00
VG-104,000.00
VG-83,500.00
G-63,000.00
G-42,750.00
AG-32,500.00
FR-23,000.00

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 State25,000.00175,000.0062,500.00
About Uncirculated14,000.0022,500.0017,125.00
Extremely Fine10,000.0013,000.0011,833.33
Fine and Very Fine4,500.008,000.006,250.00
Good and Very Good2,750.004,000.003,312.50
Poor, Fair, and About Good2,500.003,000.002,750.00

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 1794 Flowing Hair Half Dime. 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1794 Half Dime (Special Strike)N/AN/A150,000.00450,000.00
1794 Half Dime (Regular Strike)2,500.0022,500.0025,000.00175,000.00
1794 Half Dime LM-4 (Regular Strike)2,500.0022,500.0025,000.00110,000.00
1794 Half Dime LM-1 (Regular Strike)17,500.0017,500.00N/AN/A
1794 Half Dime LM-2 (Regular Strike)12,500.0025,000.0025,000.0045,000.00

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.

1794 Half Dime Lm-3 (Regular Strike) – 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

$4,510.00

Lowest Sale Price
$14,100.00

Highest Sale Price
$9,810.00

Average Sale Price
$14,100.00

Most Recent Sale Price
6

Number of Sales
$58,860.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67132,250.00132,250.00132,250.00
MS-6669,000.00132,000.0096,737.50
MS-65+39,100.0073,600.0060,087.50
MS-64+52,875.0052,875.0052,875.00
MS-6426,400.0083,375.0054,887.50
MS-6333,925.0033,925.0033,925.00
MS-629,775.0027,600.0021,453.25
MS-6111,500.0011,500.0011,500.00
AU-584,510.0014,100.009,810.00
AU-558,913.0011,500.0010,134.50
AU-536,900.0011,163.009,087.67
AU-507,637.507,637.507,637.50
XF-456,462.507,050.006,756.25
XF-405,170.005,170.005,170.00
VF-354,320.004,900.004,610.00
VF-302,760.002,760.002,760.00
VF-255,175.005,175.005,175.00
VF-203,220.003,220.003,220.00
F-121,410.006,900.004,155.00
VG-10780.002,350.001,565.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1794 Half Dime LM-3 (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from VG-10 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $132,250.00.

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 1794 Half Dime LM-3 (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1794 Half Dime LM-3 (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 53.49% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / American Numismatic Rarities with 13.95% / 9.30% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1794 Half Dime LM-3 (Regular Strike) 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-66NGCHeritage Auctions102,000.0010/10/2021
F-12PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0008/22/2021
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions132,000.0001/24/2021
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions4,320.0006/07/2020
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers26,400.0003/25/2020
VG-10NGCHeritage Auctions780.0012/14/2018
VF-35PCGSDavid Lawrence RC4,900.0001/15/2018
XF-45PCGSStack's Bowers6,462.5008/01/2017
VG-10NGCHeritage Auctions2,350.0006/08/2016
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions14,100.0009/20/2015
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions5,170.0009/20/2015
MS-64+PCGSStack's Bowers52,875.0005/19/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions67,562.5004/26/2015
AU-50ANACSHeritage Auctions7,637.5004/23/2014
F-12NGCStack's Bowers1,410.0007/27/2013
AU-53PCGSStack's Bowers11,163.0005/30/2013
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions7,050.0001/09/2013
VF-25PCGSStack's Bowers5,175.0001/24/2012
MS-67NGCBowers & Merena132,250.0008/07/2010
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions69,000.0007/31/2009
AU-55NGCBowers & Merena8,913.0006/01/2009
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions24,438.0001/01/2009
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers33,925.0009/16/2008
AU-55PCGSHeritage Auctions11,500.0004/01/2008
VF-30NONEStack's2,760.0001/07/2008
AU-53NGCHeritage Auctions9,200.0011/06/2007
AU-55NGCGoldberg Auctioneers10,350.0005/29/2007
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions10,925.0005/01/2007
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions12,650.0001/01/2007
MS-64PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities83,375.0003/14/2006
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions9,775.0001/01/2006
MS-65+NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities73,600.0005/25/2005
MS-62PCGSStack's/ANR27,600.0006/23/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions83,950.0006/03/2004
MS-62PCGSStack's/ANR24,000.0006/01/2004
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions11,500.0005/05/2004
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0001/31/2004
MS-65+NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities39,100.0001/05/2004
AU-58NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities8,625.0012/01/2003
AU-58PCGSBowers & Merena8,050.0011/06/2002
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0007/27/2002
MS-62PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers9,775.0002/16/2001
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions4,510.0008/16/1995