1856 [UPRIGHT 5] Gold Dollar — Coin Value
Gold DollarWhat the 1856 [UPRIGHT 5] Gold Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1856 [UPRIGHT 5] Gold Dollar value — Ungraded $374 · MS62 $796 · MS66 $18,347. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 49.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest entry, grab the Standard for $399. The premium versions offer specific collector appeal: SLANTED 5 PROOF is a high-grade, scarce presentation piece at $77,451, while SLANTED 5 and UPRIGHT 5 provide specialized aesthetic variations for $425 and $386 respectively. If you want ownership without extreme investment, the Standard is sufficient; save your funds unless you seek the rarity of the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Gold Dollar
- Year
- 1856
1856 [UPRIGHT 5] Gold Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1856 [UPRIGHT 5] Gold Dollar runs around $374, a certified MS62 about $796, and a high-grade MS66 commands $18347.
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 | $374 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $796 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $18,347 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $394.99 / $700 / $1,925 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 2, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $394.99–$1,925.00 (median $700.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1856 Gold Dollar?
- An ungraded 1856 Gold Dollar is listed with a starting value of $386.
- How much is an MS66 graded 1856 Gold Dollar worth?
- A high-grade MS66 1856 Gold Dollar has a recorded value of $18,344.
- Is the MS62 grade worth a significant premium over ungraded?
- Yes, the MS62 grade is valued at $750, showing a substantial increase from the ungraded price.