As of May, 2024, a 1857 Half Dime in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $675.00 and $15,000.00, 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 $17,600.00 in the 08/10/1990 by renowned auctioneer RARCOA, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Robert Ball Hughes/Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 15.90 millimeters
Weight: 1.24 grams
Mintage: 70
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Half Dimes 1837-1873

1857 Half Dime (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6715,000.00
MS-66+6,750.00
MS-665,000.00
MS-65+4,250.00
MS-654,000.00
MS-64+3,750.00
MS-643,350.00
MS-63+2,500.00
MS-632,250.00
MS-62+1,325.00
MS-621,275.00
MS-61775.00
MS-60675.00

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 State675.0015,000.003,915.38

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 1857 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1857-O Half Dime (Regular Strike)35.00475.00500.0030,000.00
1857 Half Dime (Regular Strike)25.00275.00300.0018,500.00
1857 Half Dime, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A5,750.005,750.00

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.

1857 Half Dime (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

$2,090.00

Lowest Sale Price
$6,050.00

Highest Sale Price
$3,327.88

Average Sale Price
$2,640.00

Most Recent Sale Price
18

Number of Sales
$59,901.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6712,100.0012,100.0012,100.00
MS-663,120.009,775.005,683.88
MS-652,185.0017,600.005,086.98
MS-642,090.006,050.003,327.88
MS-631,265.004,400.002,690.50
MS-621,880.002,300.002,090.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1857 Half Dime (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $17,600.00.

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 1857 Half Dime (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1857 Half Dime (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 53.70% share, followed by Stack's / Bowers & Merena with 9.26% / 7.41% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1857 Half Dime (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-65PCGSHeritage Auctions5,040.0008/20/2023
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions2,880.0008/18/2019
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,640.0003/16/2019
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions4,080.0006/17/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,120.0004/29/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,360.0001/03/2018
MS-62PCGSKagin's1,880.0009/15/2017
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions4,080.0009/07/2017
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions3,995.0010/31/2016
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions4,935.0005/12/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions6,462.5004/26/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions7,050.0004/26/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7,050.0008/05/2014
MS-66NGCGoldberg Auctioneers7,343.7506/02/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions3,818.7502/27/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,350.0001/09/2013
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers4,993.7511/16/2012
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers9,775.0011/15/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0012/02/2010
MS-64NGCStack's2,990.0008/08/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0004/28/2010
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions5,606.0004/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,105.0005/28/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions6,900.0008/08/2007
MS-66NGCGoldberg Auctioneers6,613.0002/13/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions5,175.0002/01/2007
MS-64NGCStack's4,255.0010/18/2006
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,530.0009/13/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,048.0004/06/2006
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries4,140.0002/05/2006
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0003/24/2005
MS-63NGCDavid Lawrence RC2,588.0003/06/2005
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena3,450.0005/04/2004
MS-66NGCSuperior Galleries4,888.0001/06/2004
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions4,025.0003/20/2003
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena3,220.0003/21/2002
MS-65NGCGoldberg Auctioneers4,025.0002/18/2002
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions3,680.0008/08/2001
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers3,680.0005/28/2001
MS-63PCGSR.M. Smythe3,080.0011/01/2000
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries2,415.0010/01/2000
MS-63PCGSSuperior Galleries1,840.0010/01/2000
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena5,060.0003/18/1999
MS-64PCGSDavid Akers6,050.0010/01/1997
MS-63ANACSStack's1,265.0009/16/1997
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions2,185.0003/20/1997
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,090.0008/14/1996
MS-67NONEBowers & Merena12,100.0005/20/1996
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions3,190.0008/16/1995
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions3,850.0003/01/1995
MS-63NONEStack's4,400.0010/01/1992
MS-65NONEDavid Akers4,400.0008/11/1990
MS-65PCGSRARCOA17,600.0008/10/1990
MS-63NONEStack's2,970.0008/10/1990