1856 S Liberty Head Half Eagle — Coin Value
Liberty Head Half EagleWhat the 1856 S Liberty Head Half Eagle is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1856 S Liberty Head Half Eagle value — Ungraded $1,224. Prices updated July 2026.
Series · Liberty Head Half EagleMint · SYear · 1856
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Half Eagle
- Year
- 1856
- Mint
- S
- Release date
- January 1, 1856
1856 S Liberty Head Half Eagle value
A raw (ungraded) 1856 S Liberty Head Half Eagle runs around $1224, 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 | $1,224 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current estimated value of this 1856 S Liberty Head Half Eagle?
- This ungraded 1856 S Liberty Head Half Eagle is currently valued at $1240.
- Is the mint mark 'S' important for this coin's value?
- Yes, the 'S' mint mark is part of the specific series identification for this 1856 Liberty Head Half Eagle.
- What condition is this coin in?
- The coin is ungraded but is identified as having an 'S' mint mark.
