As of May, 2024, a 1812/1 Half Dollar Large 8 in circulated condition is worth between $750.00 and $60,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a About Uncirculated grade that was hammered at $56,650.00 in the 08/09/2023 by renowned auctioneer Sheridan Downey, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: John Reich
Edge: Lettered: FIFTY CENTS OR HALF A DOLLAR
Diameter: 32.50 millimeters
Weight: 13.50 grams
Mintage: 1,628,059
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 89.2% Silver, 10.8% Copper
Series: Capped Bust Half Dollars 1807-1839

1812/1 Half Dollar Large 8 (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
AU-5560,000.00
AU-53+55,000.00
AU-5350,000.00
AU-50+40,000.00
AU-5035,000.00
XF-45+27,500.00
XF-4525,000.00
XF-4022,500.00
VF-3515,000.00
VF-3013,500.00
VF-2512,500.00
VF-209,000.00
F-157,000.00
F-126,000.00
VG-105,000.00
VG-84,000.00
G-63,000.00
G-42,500.00
AG-32,000.00
FR-21,750.00
PO-1750.00

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($)
About Uncirculated35,000.0060,000.0048,000.00
Extremely Fine22,500.0027,500.0025,000.00
Fine and Very Fine6,000.0015,000.0010,500.00
Good and Very Good2,500.005,000.003,625.00
Poor, Fair, and About Good750.002,000.001,500.00

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 1812 Capped Bust Half 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1812/1 Half Dollar Small 8 (Regular Strike)125.004,250.005,000.00100,000.00
1812 Half Dollar (Regular Strike)60.003,000.003,250.00100,000.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 109 (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.004,500.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 103 (Regular Strike)75.002,000.002,250.0015,000.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 109a (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.0015,000.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 110 (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.0080,000.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 104 (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.0015,000.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 110a (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.005,250.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 110b Single Leaf (Regular Strike)5,000.0012,500.00N/AN/A
1812 Half Dollar Overton 105 (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.0030,000.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 105a (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.0030,000.00
1812/1 Half Dollar Overton 102 Small 8 (Regular Strike)100.004,250.004,750.0090,000.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 106 (Regular Strike)105.002,750.003,500.0015,000.00
1812/1 Half Dollar Overton 102a Small 8 (Regular Strike)135.004,250.004,750.0020,000.00
1812 Half Dollar Overton 107 (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.005,500.00
1812/1 Half Dollar Overton 101 Large 8 (Regular Strike)2,000.0065,000.00N/AN/A
1812 Half Dollar Overton 108 (Regular Strike)100.002,000.002,250.005,750.00
1812/1 Half Dollar Overton 101a Large 8 (Regular Strike)2,000.0030,000.00N/AN/A
1812 Half Dollar Overton 108a (Regular Strike)100.002,250.005,250.005,250.00

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.

1812/1 Half Dollar Large 8 (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

$5,290.00

Lowest Sale Price
$9,200.00

Highest Sale Price
$7,792.00

Average Sale Price
$8,225.00

Most Recent Sale Price
9

Number of Sales
$70,128.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
AU-5514,375.0014,375.0014,375.00
AU-5313,225.0056,650.0026,175.00
AU-5017,250.0025,200.0021,433.33
XF-459,775.0031,725.0020,750.00
XF-404,830.009,488.007,486.80
VF-359,200.009,200.009,200.00
VF-305,290.009,200.007,792.00
VF-2510,575.0010,575.0010,575.00
VF-201,840.006,600.004,546.38
F-153,960.004,560.004,260.00
F-122,760.002,760.002,760.00
VG-82,990.003,360.003,175.00
G-41,725.001,725.001,725.00
PO-12,185.004,600.003,208.75

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1812/1 Half Dollar Large 8 (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to AU-55. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with AU-53 having the highest max price $56,650.00.

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 1812/1 Half Dollar Large 8 (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1812/1 Half Dollar Large 8 (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 43.48% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Superior Galleries with 10.87% / 8.70% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1812/1 Half Dollar Large 8 (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
AU-53PCGSSheridan Downey56,650.0008/09/2023
VF-20NGCStack's Bowers4,080.0003/29/2023
XF-45PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions31,725.0009/02/2021
F-15PCGSHeritage Auctions4,560.0004/25/2021
VG-8PCGSStack's Bowers3,360.0008/11/2020
VF-20PCGSStack's Bowers6,600.0003/25/2020
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions6,600.0002/23/2020
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions25,200.0009/07/2017
AU-53NGCHeritage Auctions16,450.0001/04/2017
PO-1NCSHeritage Auctions3,290.0009/07/2016
VF-30PCGSStack's Bowers8,225.0008/08/2014
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions10,575.0006/05/2013
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions9,488.0002/02/2012
PO-1PCGSHeritage Auctions4,600.0007/07/2011
PO-1NCSGoldberg Auctioneers2,185.0006/01/2011
VF-35PCGSStack's Bowers9,200.0003/31/2011
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions8,050.0001/05/2011
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions9,200.0001/05/2011
PO-1PCGSHeritage Auctions2,760.0008/11/2010
VF-20NCSStack's1,840.0008/08/2010
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions43,125.0004/28/2010
VF-20NONEScotsman4,485.0007/01/2009
VF-30PCGSStack's8,000.0003/01/2009
VF-30PCGSHeritage Auctions7,763.0012/04/2008
VG-8ANACSHeritage Auctions2,990.0003/01/2007
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions17,250.0002/01/2007
XF-40NONECoin Galleries8,338.0012/13/2006
G-4NCSHeritage Auctions1,725.0004/06/2006
VF-20NONESuperior Galleries4,198.0002/05/2006
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions6,900.0001/01/2006
VF-30PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers9,200.0009/21/2005
VF-20NCSHeritage Auctions3,738.0007/27/2005
XF-40ANACSBowers & Merena8,740.0007/25/2005
AU-50PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities21,850.0006/23/2005
VF-30PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities7,500.0001/10/2005
AU-53NGCDavid Lawrence RC13,225.0011/28/2004
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions14,375.0008/18/2004
AU-53NGCDavid Lawrence RC13,800.0007/24/2004
AU-53NGCDavid Lawrence RC13,800.0007/21/2004
F-12NONEBowers & Merena2,760.0011/06/2002
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions6,038.0002/01/2002
XF-40ANACSBowers & Merena4,830.0005/21/2001
VF-30ANACSSuperior Galleries5,290.0002/08/1999
VF-20NONESuperior Galleries4,830.0002/01/1999
XF-45PCGSBowers & Merena9,775.0001/05/1999
F-15NONESuperior Galleries3,960.0009/07/1997