As of May, 2024, a 1869 Half Dime, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $700.00 and $25,000.00, 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 $9,200.00 in the 05/25/2005 by renowned auctioneer American Numismatic Rarities, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 15.90 millimeters
Weight: 1.24 grams
Mintage: 600
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Half Dimes 1837-1873

1869 Half Dime, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6825,000.00
MS-67+12,500.00
MS-678,000.00
MS-66+4,500.00
MS-663,000.00
MS-65+2,000.00
MS-651,500.00
MS-64+1,350.00
MS-641,250.00
MS-63+1,000.00
MS-63900.00
MS-62+850.00
MS-62800.00
MS-61700.00

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 State700.0025,000.004,525.00

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 1869 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1869 Half Dime (Regular Strike)40.00350.00400.0020,000.00
1869-S Half Dime (Regular Strike)30.00550.00600.0012,500.00
1869 Half Dime (Proof)300.00350.00400.007,500.00
1869 Half Dime, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,250.0035,000.00

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.

1869 Half Dime, 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

$1,880.00

Lowest Sale Price
$7,500.00

Highest Sale Price
$3,526.70

Average Sale Price
$2,520.00

Most Recent Sale Price
18

Number of Sales
$63,480.60

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-687,475.009,200.008,337.50
MS-671,880.007,500.003,526.70
MS-66960.002,760.001,790.74
MS-65960.001,495.001,288.50
MS-64604.00881.25759.08
MS-63460.00633.00524.50
MS-62480.00600.00540.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1869 Half Dime, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $9,200.00.

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 1869 Half Dime, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1869 Half Dime, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 70.18% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / American Numismatic Rarities with 12.28% / 5.26% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1869 Half Dime, 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-65NGCScotsman1,033.0011/03/2023
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0004/10/2023
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers1,440.0003/29/2023
MS-62PCGSDavid Lawrence RC600.0008/07/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,520.0001/16/2022
MS-62PCGSStack's Bowers480.0008/25/2021
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,400.0006/20/2021
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions7,500.0004/25/2021
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,400.0001/24/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,080.0010/18/2020
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers3,600.0008/11/2020
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions960.0004/26/2020
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,087.2010/24/2019
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions960.0007/15/2018
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,320.0006/17/2018
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers3,120.0011/08/2017
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions1,880.0002/16/2017
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,115.0010/31/2016
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC1,650.0001/25/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,299.5512/03/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0010/28/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0007/12/2015
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,585.0006/07/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2502/01/2015
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,820.0010/08/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,055.0006/04/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,421.6002/27/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5002/03/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,586.0009/25/2013
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers1,615.6307/27/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,410.0006/05/2013
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions499.0009/06/2012
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers2,056.2506/29/2012
MS-63PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers506.0005/31/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,738.0005/30/2012
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections792.0002/19/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions7,475.0001/03/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0001/03/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0009/07/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0007/07/2011
MS-67NGCStack's Bowers4,888.0006/14/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,128.0003/28/2011
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,438.0007/08/2010
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,025.0003/24/2010
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0007/14/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,198.0002/01/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0011/29/2006
MS-67NGCBowers & Merena3,565.0011/09/2006
MS-67NGCSuperior Galleries3,450.0009/10/2006
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions633.0008/13/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,600.0007/07/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions604.0004/06/2006
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,380.0009/18/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,640.0009/01/2005
MS-68NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities9,200.0005/25/2005
MS-65NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,150.0003/08/2005
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0012/08/2004