1820 Half Dollar Value: Mint Varieties, Rarity, and Current Prices

Price Guide for 1820 Half Dollar Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1820 Half Dollar variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1820 Half Dollar Sq. 2, Lg Date, No Knob (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $72.00 - $3,760.00

  Uncirculated: $8.00 - $70,500.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $86.77 - $3,555.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $100.00 - $4,500.00

  Uncirculated: $5,000.00 - $100,000.00

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1820 Half Dollar (Proof)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $630.00

  Uncirculated: $24,200.00 - $35,200.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $53.00 - $1,624.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Uncirculated: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00

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1820 Half Dollar O-103 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $188.00 - $3,850.00

  Uncirculated: $2,040.00 - $17,037.50
• eBay

  Circulated: $247.50 - $2,495.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $125.00 - $4,000.00

  Uncirculated: $4,500.00 - $7,300.00

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1820 Half Dollar O-103a Curl Base 2, Small Date (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $121.00 - $4,201.20
• eBay

  Circulated: $520.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $125.00 - $3,850.00

  Uncirculated: $8,500.00 - $23,500.00

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1820 Half Dollar O-104 Sq. 2, Lg Date, Knob 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $212.00 - $1,170.00

  Uncirculated: $8,603.00 - $16,800.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $95.00 - $4,250.00

  Uncirculated: $4,750.00 - $18,500.00

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1820 Half Dollar O-104a Sq. 2, Lg Date, Knob 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $132.00 - $8,812.50
• eBay

  Circulated: $1,600.00 - $4,299.99
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $750.00 - $3,500.00

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1820 Half Dollar O-105 Sq. 2, Lg Date, Knob 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $53.00 - $3,525.00

  Uncirculated: $3,995.00 - $18,800.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $204.05 - $775.00

  Uncirculated: $39.00 - $220.50
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $85.00 - $4,000.00

  Uncirculated: $4,250.00 - $20,000.00

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1820 Half Dollar Overton 105a (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $264.00 - $1,920.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $701.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $85.00 - $4,000.00

  Uncirculated: $18,000.00

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1820 Half Dollar O-106 Sq. 2, Lg Date, No Knob (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $192.00 - $4,935.00

  Uncirculated: $3,030.00 - $66,000.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $132.50 - $2,225.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $100.00 - $3,750.00

  Uncirculated: $4,000.00 - $57,500.00

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1820 Half Dollar O-108 Sq. 2, Lg Date, No Knob (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $99.88 - $2,860.00

  Uncirculated: $3,422.00 - $70,500.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $127.00 - $2,895.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $100.00 - $3,750.00

  Uncirculated: $4,000.00 - $90,000.00

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1820 Half Dollar O-107, No Serifs on Es (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $240.00 - $41,125.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $475.00 - $1,610.39
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $1,000.00 - $32,500.00

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1820/19 Half Dollar Overton 101 Square Base 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $135.13 - $7,205.00

  Uncirculated: $7,800.00 - $47,000.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $117.51 - $626.06
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $110.00 - $7,000.00

  Uncirculated: $7,250.00 - $47,000.00

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1820/19 Half Dollar Overton 101a Square Base 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $35.00 - $5,775.00

  Uncirculated: $15,275.00 - $18,800.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $665.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $110.00 - $7,000.00

  Uncirculated: $7,250.00 - $23,500.00

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1820/19 Half Dollar O-102 Curl Base 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $132.00 - $5,720.00

  Uncirculated: $1,093.00 - $28,200.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $130.50 - $3,651.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $110.00 - $5,000.00

  Uncirculated: $6,000.00 - $50,000.00

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1820 Half Dollar Curl Base 2, Small Date (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $2.25 - $4,838.00

  Uncirculated: $1,650.00 - $11,456.25
• eBay

  Circulated: $76.00 - $1,425.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $150.00 - $4,750.00

  Uncirculated: $6,000.00 - $45,000.00

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1820 Half Dollar Sq. 2, Lg Date, Knob 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $3.50 - $5,287.50

  Uncirculated: $4.00 - $21,850.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $156.94 - $1,780.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $100.00 - $5,000.00

  Uncirculated: $6,000.00 - $40,000.00

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1820/19 Half Dollar Square Base 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $8.00 - $5,040.00

  Uncirculated: $851.88 - $23,000.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $105.50 - $1,978.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $125.00 - $7,000.00

  Uncirculated: $7,500.00 - $60,000.00

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1820/19 Half Dollar Curl Base 2 (Regular Strike)

• 3rd Party Price

  Circulated: $4.00 - $7,637.50

  Uncirculated: $1,093.00 - $40,800.00
• eBay

  Circulated: $127.49 - $2,100.00

  Uncirculated: $1,483.25 - $6,250.00
• PCGS Price Guide

  Circulated: $60.00 - $5,500.00

  Uncirculated: $6,000.00 - $60,000.00

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Design and Specifications of the 1820 Half Dollar

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

Condition is crucial for the 1820 Half Dollar's value. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are particularly scarce and highly sought after by collectors. The strike quality can vary, with some examples showing weakness in certain areas, particularly on the eagle's talons and wing feathers. Well-struck examples with full detail command significant premiums.

Original luster is highly prized, and coins with attractive, natural toning can be especially valuable. Conversely, coins with heavy wear, cleaning, or other damage are less desirable and valuable.

The 1820 Half Dollar has several notable varieties that can affect its value:

1. Square Base 2: This variety features a square base on the numeral 2 in the date.

2. Knob 2: This variety has a distinct knob on the upper curve of the 2 in the date.

3. Small Date: As the name suggests, this variety features smaller numerals in the date.

These varieties can command significant premiums, especially in higher grades. Additionally, the overall eye appeal of the coin, including its strike, luster, and toning, can greatly influence its value among discerning collectors.