1859 Seated Liberty Quarter — Coin Value
Seated Liberty QuarterWhat the 1859 Seated Liberty Quarter is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1859 Seated Liberty Quarter value — Ungraded $58 · MS62 $910 · MS66 $16,292. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 280.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own an 1859 Seated Liberty Quarter, purchase the Standard version for $62. The PROOF version at $1048 offers a superior collectible presentation, typically involving higher quality minting and packaging. Buyers prioritizing basic ownership should choose Standard, while those seeking the highest aesthetic quality and investment potential should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Seated Liberty Quarter
- Year
- 1859
1859 Seated Liberty Quarter value
A raw (ungraded) 1859 Seated Liberty Quarter runs around $58, a certified MS62 about $910, and a high-grade MS66 commands $16292.
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 | $58 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $910 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $16,292 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1859 Seated Liberty Quarter?
- An ungraded 1859 Seated Liberty Quarter starts at approximately $74.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 is valued at $14,985, significantly higher than the MS62 grade of $910.
- What is the series and year of this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Seated Liberty Quarter series and is from the year 1859.