As of May, 2024, a 1890 Half Dollar, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2,500.00 and $52,500.00, 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 $34,500.00 in the 01/28/2004 by renowned auctioneer Goldberg Auctioneers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Thomas Sully/Christian Gobrecht
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 30.00 millimeters
Weight: 12.50 grams
Mintage: 590
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Liberty Seated Half Dollars 1839-1891

1890 Half Dollar, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6852,500.00
MS-67+45,000.00
MS-6730,000.00
MS-66+12,500.00
MS-6610,000.00
MS-65+8,500.00
MS-657,000.00
MS-64+5,000.00
MS-644,000.00
MS-63+2,750.00
MS-632,500.00

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 State2,500.0052,500.0016,340.91

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 1890 Liberty Seated 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1890 Half Dollar (Regular Strike)200.001,600.001,650.00175,000.00
1890 Half Dollar (Proof)700.00850.00900.0040,000.00
1890 Half Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A4,000.009,000.00
1890 Half Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A1,100.0050,000.00

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.

1890 Half Dollar, Dcam (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

$13,800.00

Lowest Sale Price
$34,500.00

Highest Sale Price
$21,830.00

Average Sale Price
$20,750.00

Most Recent Sale Price
10

Number of Sales
$218,300.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6713,800.0034,500.0021,830.00
MS-666,168.7517,250.008,773.13
MS-65+7,050.007,050.007,050.00
MS-653,819.009,775.006,061.05
MS-643,055.003,720.003,313.75
MS-63+1,233.751,821.001,566.92
PO-15,500.008,812.506,972.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1890 Half Dollar, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $34,500.00.

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 1890 Half Dollar, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1890 Half Dollar, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 56.10% share, followed by Legend Rare Coin Auctions / Goldberg Auctioneers with 9.76% / 7.32% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1890 Half Dollar, DCAM (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-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,582.5002/23/2023
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions8,518.7510/28/2021
MS-64PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions3,055.0007/15/2021
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers3,360.0003/31/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions5,520.0010/18/2020
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions3,720.0010/18/2020
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC20,750.0002/02/2020
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers11,400.0011/20/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,120.0004/28/2019
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions6,168.7512/14/2017
MS-66PCGSBonham's6,435.0009/05/2017
MS-63+NGCHeritage Auctions1,233.7510/29/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions6,462.5004/26/2015
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC5,750.0002/16/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions5,288.0009/25/2013
PO-1PCGSStack's Bowers8,812.5007/27/2013
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions7,050.0006/05/2013
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions7,050.0004/24/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions3,819.0004/24/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions19,975.0003/21/2013
MS-63+NGCHeritage Auctions1,646.0002/07/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions22,325.0001/09/2013
MS-63+NGCHeritage Auctions1,821.0010/18/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions6,900.0009/07/2011
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions17,250.0004/27/2011
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions4,313.0008/11/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions25,300.0008/11/2010
PO-1NGCBowers & Merena8,050.0006/17/2010
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions4,888.0001/06/2010
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions16,675.0001/01/2009
PO-1PCGSStack's6,000.0011/01/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions29,900.0002/13/2008
PO-1PCGSStack's6,500.0010/11/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions17,250.0009/27/2007
PO-1PCGSStack's5,500.0006/20/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions8,050.0002/01/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions8,625.0008/13/2006
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers9,775.0009/21/2005
MS-67NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities13,800.0005/25/2005
MS-67NGCGoldberg Auctioneers17,825.0002/23/2005
MS-67PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers34,500.0001/28/2004