As of May, 2024, a 1942 Half Dollar DDR FS-801 in circulated condition is worth between $25.00 and $200.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $225.00 and $12,500.00, 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 $10,800.00 in the 08/20/2019 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Adolph Alexander Weinman
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 30.00 millimeters
Weight: 12.50 grams
Mintage: 47,818,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Walking Liberty Half Dollars 1916-1947

1942 Half Dollar Ddr Fs-801 (009) (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-67+12,500.00
MS-676,500.00
MS-66+4,500.00
MS-662,500.00
MS-65+750.00
MS-65600.00
MS-64+450.00
MS-64400.00
MS-63+350.00
MS-63325.00
MS-62+300.00
MS-62275.00
MS-61250.00
MS-60225.00
AU-58+200.00
AU-58175.00
AU-55+160.00
AU-55150.00
AU-53+135.00
AU-53125.00
AU-50+110.00
AU-50100.00
XF-45+85.00
XF-4575.00
XF-4065.00
VF-3550.00
VF-3045.00
VF-2540.00
VF-2035.00
F-1530.00
F-1225.00

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 State225.0012,500.002,137.50
About Uncirculated100.00200.00144.38
Extremely Fine65.0085.0075.00
Fine and Very Fine25.0050.0037.50

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 1942 Walking Liberty 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1942 Half Dollar (Regular Strike)17.0050.0055.0080,000.00
1942-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike)17.0050.0055.0045,000.00
1942-S Half Dollar (Regular Strike)17.0050.0055.0070,000.00
1942 Half Dollar (Proof)155.00250.00325.0060,000.00
1942 Half Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A750.0027,500.00

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.

1942 Half Dollar Ddr Fs-801 (009) (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

$74.00

Lowest Sale Price
$225.00

Highest Sale Price
$128.78

Average Sale Price
$225.00

Most Recent Sale Price
5

Number of Sales
$643.89

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67+10,800.0010,800.0010,800.00
MS-675,520.005,520.005,520.00
MS-66+2,640.004,320.003,360.00
MS-66316.00805.00532.29
MS-65+305.50517.00412.58
MS-64144.00240.00192.00
MS-63129.25129.25129.25
MS-62137.50137.50137.50
AU-5874.00225.00128.78
AU-55101.00101.00101.00
XF-4563.00108.1081.37
VF-3553.0053.0053.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1942 Half Dollar DDR FS-801 (009) coin across various grades from VF-35 to MS-67+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67+ having the highest max price $10,800.00.

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 1942 Half Dollar DDR FS-801 (009).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1942 Half Dollar DDR FS-801 (009) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 44.44% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / David Lawrence RC with 29.63% / 11.11% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1942 Half Dollar DDR FS-801 (009) 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-58PCGSDavid Lawrence RC225.0009/04/2022
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions63.0008/31/2022
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0008/08/2022
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions73.0008/08/2022
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers5,520.0011/30/2021
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,640.0006/20/2021
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers144.0006/16/2021
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers4,320.0008/11/2020
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0003/11/2020
MS-67+PCGSStack's Bowers10,800.0008/20/2019
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0001/16/2019
AU-55PCGSDavid Lawrence RC101.0005/07/2018
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers3,120.0011/08/2017
MS-65+PCGSKagin's517.0009/15/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions240.0008/29/2017
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0006/21/2016
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions129.2502/15/2015
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7511/09/2014
MS-62PCGSGreat Collections137.5009/28/2014
AU-58PCGSGreat Collections88.1409/28/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5001/06/2014
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions108.1012/30/2013
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers475.8811/08/2013
MS-65+NGCStack's Bowers354.8511/08/2013
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers453.5511/08/2013
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC805.0007/09/2012
MS-66NGCStack's Bowers316.0011/15/2011