1856 [PROOF] Seated Liberty Dollar — Coin Value
Seated Liberty DollarWhat the 1856 [PROOF] Seated Liberty Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1856 [PROOF] Seated Liberty Dollar value — Ungraded $12,119 · MS62 $83,385. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 6.9× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own an 1856 Seated Liberty Dollar, purchase the Standard version for around $900. The PROOF version at $12119 offers a superior presentation, typically including higher quality striking and packaging, signifying a premium collector's piece. Buyers prioritizing owning the coin affordably should choose Standard, while those seeking investment-grade presentation and rarity should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Seated Liberty Dollar
- Year
- 1856
- Release date
- January 1, 1856
1856 [PROOF] Seated Liberty Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1856 [PROOF] Seated Liberty Dollar runs around $12119, a certified MS62 about $83385, 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 | $12,119 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $83,385 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $99.95 / $249.99 / $1,649 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 16, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $99.95–$1,649.00 (median $249.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value of an ungraded 1856 Seated Liberty Dollar?
- An ungraded 1856 Seated Liberty Dollar is currently valued around $12,119.
- How much more valuable is an MS62 graded example?
- An MS62 graded example of this 1856 Seated Liberty Dollar can reach $83,600.
- Is the 1856 Seated Liberty Dollar a rare coin?
- The 1856 Seated Liberty Dollar is a collectible coin with significant market value depending on its grade.