1849 [OPEN WREATH] Gold Dollar — Coin Value
Gold DollarWhat the 1849 [OPEN WREATH] Gold Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1849 [OPEN WREATH] Gold Dollar value — Ungraded $500 · MS62 $991 · MS66 $9,092. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 18.2× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest entry point, purchase the Standard 1849 Gold Dollar at $369. The premium versions offer distinct presentation; the NO L, OPEN WREATH, and CLOSED WREATH versions provide collectible differences in their packaging or mint state, commanding higher prices ($611 down to $408). Buyers prioritizing ownership over display should opt for Standard, while those seeking investment or display value should pay the premium for the specialized versions.
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Item details
- Series
- Gold Dollar
- Year
- 1849
- Release date
- January 1, 1849
1849 [OPEN WREATH] Gold Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1849 [OPEN WREATH] Gold Dollar runs around $500, a certified MS62 about $991, and a high-grade MS66 commands $9092.
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 | $500 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $991 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $9,092 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $450 / $949 / $3,700 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 28, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $450.00–$3,700.25 (median $949.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded 1849 Gold Dollar?
- An ungraded 1849 Gold Dollar is valued at approximately $525.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 grade compared to an MS62 grade?
- An MS66 grade is valued at $9092, significantly higher than the MS62 grade's $1076.
- Is the 1849 Gold Dollar a good investment?
- Yes, the price difference between grades, such as MS62 ($1076) and MS66 ($9092), indicates strong investment potential.