Price Guide for 1911 Half Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 1911 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.
1911-S Half Dollar (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $20.00 - $6,169.00Uncirculated: $14.25 - $43,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $8.99 - $649.00Uncirculated: $700.00 - $5,350.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $27.00 - $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 - $52,500.00
1911 Half Dollar (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $16.00 - $1,150.00Uncirculated: $5.00 - $10,925.00
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eBayCirculated: $23.27 - $1,485.00Uncirculated: $67.00 - $3,200.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $27.00 - $700.00Uncirculated: $750.00 - $20,000.00
1911 Half Dollar, CAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2,772.65 - $3,231.25Uncirculated: $748.00 - $24,150.00
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eBayUncirculated: $772.00 - $1,950.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $750.00 - $35,000.00
1911 Half Dollar, DCAM (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,700.00 - $20,700.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,576.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4,250.00 - $24,000.00
1911-S/S Half Dollar RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $256.00 - $408.00Uncirculated: $780.00 - $5,875.00
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eBayCirculated: $125.00 - $300.94
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 - $950.00Uncirculated: $1,750.00 - $13,000.00
1911-D Half Dollar (Regular Strike)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $30.00 - $690.00Uncirculated: $10.50 - $25,850.00
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eBayCirculated: $15.50 - $1,225.00Uncirculated: $350.00 - $3,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $27.00 - $700.00Uncirculated: $750.00 - $17,000.00
1911 Half Dollar (Proof)
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6,756.25 - $13,000.00Uncirculated: $3.80 - $18,212.50
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eBayUncirculated: $662.00 - $8,101.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $285.00 - $575.00Uncirculated: $665.00 - $45,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1911 Half Dollar
The 1911 Half Dollar, also known as the Barber Half Dollar, was part of the Barber coinage series designed by Chief Engraver Charles E. Barber. This coin represents one of the last years of the Barber design, which had been in production since 1892. The Barber Half Dollar would be replaced by the Walking Liberty design in 1916, marking the end of an era in American coinage.
Weight | 12.5 grams |
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Diameter | 30.6 mm |
Mint Marks | D, S |
Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
Obverse Design | Liberty Walking, designed by Adolph A. Weinman |
Reverse Design | Eagle with wings spread, designed by Adolph A. Weinman |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 1911 Half Dollars significantly impacts their value. Coins in circulated conditions are relatively affordable, but prices increase dramatically for uncirculated specimens. Examples in MS65 or higher grades are extremely rare and highly valued by collectors.
The quality of the strike, presence of luster, and absence of contact marks are crucial factors in determining the coin's grade and value. Full Head details on the Liberty figure can command a premium, especially in higher grades.
Mintage: 1,406,543
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, with higher demand for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 695,080
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Very rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, particularly for high-grade examples
Mintage: 1,272,000
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, with higher demand for well-preserved specimens
Toning can play a significant role in the desirability of 1911 Half Dollars. Coins with attractive, natural toning patterns are often more sought after by collectors and can command higher premiums.
The mintage figures for all three mints are relatively low, making the 1911 Half Dollar somewhat scarce across all mint marks. The Denver issue, with the lowest mintage, is particularly desirable in higher grades.
As with many silver coins of this era, some examples may have been melted during periods of high silver prices, potentially making high-grade specimens even rarer than mintage figures suggest.
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