1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle — Coin Value
Liberty Head Quarter EagleWhat the 1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle value — Ungraded $723 · MS62 $1,265 · MS66 $92,853. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 128.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
See the actual sold listings on eBay ↗Live on eBay right now
Expired listings — price reference
1861 GOLD USA $2.50 LIBERTY CIVIL WAR ERA QUARTER EAGLE COIN
1861-S $2.5 GOLD LIBERTY QUARTER EAGLE NGC FINE DETAILS - TOUGH CIVIL WAR DATE!eBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
For the lowest entry point, buy the Standard 1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle at $705. The TYPE 1 ($760) and TYPE 2 ($660) versions offer slight variations, likely in mintage or presentation, which appeals to specialists. If you prioritize saving money, stick to the Standard. Those willing to pay a premium for a specific version should choose based on their collecting focus.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Quarter Eagle
- Year
- 1861
- Release date
- January 1, 1861
1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle value
A raw (ungraded) 1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle runs around $723, a certified MS62 about $1265, and a high-grade MS66 commands $92853.
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 | $723 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $1,265 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $92,853 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $825 / $1,265 / $7,475 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 25, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $825.00–$7,474.99 (median $1,264.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle?
- An ungraded 1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle starts at $713.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- The MS66 grade is valued at $94,114, significantly higher than the MS62's $1,252.
- Is the 1861 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle a good investment?
- Yes, the wide range in pricing based on condition, from $713 to $94,114, indicates strong investment potential.