As of May, 2024, a 1855 Half Dime Arrows in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $6,000.00 and $40,000.00, 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 $26,400.00 in the 05/20/1996 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Ball Hughes/Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 15.90 millimeters
Weight: 1.24 grams
Mintage: 20
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Half Dimes 1837-1873

1855 Half Dime Arrows (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-66+40,000.00
MS-6627,500.00
MS-65+17,500.00
MS-6515,000.00
MS-64+13,500.00
MS-6412,500.00
MS-63+11,000.00
MS-6310,000.00
MS-62+8,500.00
MS-627,500.00
MS-616,000.00

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 State6,000.0040,000.0015,363.64

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 1855 Liberty Seated 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1855 Half Dime Arrows (Regular Strike)25.00275.00300.0045,000.00
1855-O Half Dime Arrows (Regular Strike)30.001,100.001,200.0050,000.00
1855 Half Dime Arrows, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A17,500.0050,000.00

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.

1855 Half Dime Arrows (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

$13.00

Lowest Sale Price
$17,825.00

Highest Sale Price
$10,797.63

Average Sale Price
$7,200.00

Most Recent Sale Price
17

Number of Sales
$183,559.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6726,400.0026,400.0026,400.00
MS-6614,375.0021,850.0018,269.50
MS-6513.0017,825.0010,797.63
MS-648,050.0026,400.0012,133.50
MS-631,150.0013,200.007,183.33
MS-623,738.009,350.005,794.75
MS-602,640.002,640.002,640.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1855 Half Dime Arrows (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-60 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-64 having the highest max price $26,400.00.

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 1855 Half Dime Arrows (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1855 Half Dime Arrows (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 43.75% share, followed by Bowers & Merena / Superior Galleries with 16.67% / 10.42% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1855 Half Dime Arrows (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-63NGCStack's Bowers7,200.0011/09/2022
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions7,200.0006/17/2018
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions8,225.0001/06/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions8,518.7506/07/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions11,750.0010/08/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections13,090.0007/27/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions21,150.0006/23/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions19,975.0004/23/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12,925.0008/08/2013
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12,925.0004/24/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11,163.0001/09/2013
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers15,275.0011/16/2012
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11,750.0008/02/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions18,400.0007/31/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions16,100.0004/01/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions14,950.0004/01/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions20,700.0004/01/2009
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries17,825.0009/01/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions20,700.0004/01/2008
MS-66NGCStack's21,850.0002/26/2008
MS-62PCGSStack's5,060.0011/07/2006
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0004/26/2006
MS-66NGCSuperior Galleries17,825.0002/05/2006
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers20,700.0009/21/2005
MS-66NGCBowers & Merena15,640.0007/25/2005
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena14,950.0007/25/2005
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions5,031.0006/29/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions13,225.0006/02/2005
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC8,913.0003/06/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions14,375.0002/23/2005
MS-63NTCSuperior Galleries1,150.0009/05/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions18,458.0008/18/2004
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena10,350.0005/04/2004
MS-64PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities12,650.0001/05/2004
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena8,050.0012/04/2003
MS-65NGCSuperior Galleries12,650.0008/01/2002
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers10,350.0006/02/2002
MS-65NGCSuperior Galleries9,200.0010/01/2001
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena9,430.0003/15/2001
MS-62PCGSR.M. Smythe9,350.0011/01/2000
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena9,775.0008/09/1999
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena10,925.0001/05/1999
MS-63NONEDavid Akers13,200.0010/01/1997
MS-60ANACSStack's2,640.0009/16/1997
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions8,050.0003/20/1997
MS-67NONEBowers & Merena26,400.0005/20/1996
MS-64NONEStack's26,400.0010/01/1992
MS-65NONENumismatic Gallery13.0005/01/1941