1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle — Coin Value
Liberty Head Gold EagleWhat the 1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle value — Ungraded $2,367. Prices updated August 2026.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
1842 $2.50 Liberty Head Gold Quarter Eagle (Philadelphia Mint) 50-60 known
1842 Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle $2.50 Coin. Certified PCGS XF Detail. Rare Date!
1842 $2 1/2 LIBERTY HEAD GOLDS QUARTER EAGLE, PCGS AU50, RARE, 50-60 EXTANTeBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own an 1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle, the Standard version at $2367 is the most budget-friendly option. The Large Date ($2775) and Small Date ($2595) versions command a premium because they represent specific, scarcer mintages. Collectors prioritizing rarity and investment potential should pay the extra cost for these date variations over the Standard issue.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Gold Eagle
- Year
- 1842
1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle value
A raw (ungraded) 1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle runs around $2367, a certified MS62 about null, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $2,367 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $4,213 / $7,500 / $10,975 | 3 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 21, 2026, 3 live eBay listings ask $4,213.25–$10,975.00 (median $7,500.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current ungraded market value for this 1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle?
- The ungraded value for this 1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle is currently listed at $2367.
- Is the 1842 Liberty Head Gold Eagle considered a rare coin?
- As a specific year within the Liberty Head Gold Eagle series, the 1842 edition holds significant collector interest.
- What condition is this 1842 Gold Eagle listed in?
- This specific item is listed as ungraded, meaning it has not received a formal professional grading.
