1861 S Liberty Head Half Eagle — Coin Value
Liberty Head Half EagleWhat the 1861 S Liberty Head Half Eagle is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1861 S Liberty Head Half Eagle value — Ungraded $3,232. Prices updated July 2026.
Series · Liberty Head Half EagleMint · SYear · 1861
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Half Eagle
- Year
- 1861
- Mint
- S
- Release date
- January 1, 1861
1861 S Liberty Head Half Eagle value
A raw (ungraded) 1861 S Liberty Head Half Eagle runs around $3232, 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 | $3,232 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $17,052 / $17,052 / $17,052 | 1 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 17, 2026, 1 live eBay listing ask $17,052.00–$17,052.00 (median $17,052.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of this 1861 S Liberty Head Half Eagle?
- The current ungraded estimated value for this 1861 S Liberty Head Half Eagle is $2972.
- Is the mint mark 'S' significant for this coin?
- Yes, the 'S' indicates it was minted at a specific location, adding to its collectible nature.
- What condition is this coin in?
- The coin is currently listed as ungraded, meaning a professional grade has not yet been assigned.
