1866 [MOTTO PROOF] Seated Liberty Quarter — Coin Value
Seated Liberty QuarterWhat the 1866 [MOTTO PROOF] Seated Liberty Quarter is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1866 [MOTTO PROOF] Seated Liberty Quarter value — Ungraded $1,595 · MS62 $2,522. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 1.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the coin, the Standard 1866 Seated Liberty Quarter at $2212 is the entry point. The MOTTO PROOF version at $1595 is actually cheaper, offering a higher quality presentation, likely better striking or packaging, which is the premium. For the budget-conscious collector, the MOTTO PROOF is the better buy; those seeking the absolute best presentation should pay the premium for that specific finish.
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Item details
- Series
- Seated Liberty Quarter
- Year
- 1866
- Release date
- January 1, 1866
1866 [MOTTO PROOF] Seated Liberty Quarter value
A raw (ungraded) 1866 [MOTTO PROOF] Seated Liberty Quarter runs around $1595, a certified MS62 about $2522, 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 | $1,595 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $2,522 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $599.99 / $3,650 / $32,568 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 22, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $599.99–$32,567.99 (median $3,650.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between ungraded and graded versions?
- An ungraded 1866 Seated Liberty Quarter is valued around $1595, whereas an MS62 graded example sells for $2519.
- Is the 1866 Seated Liberty Quarter a good investment?
- Yes, the difference in value between ungraded and graded states suggests strong potential for this 1866 coin.
- What is the specific series and year of this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Seated Liberty Quarter series and is from the year 1866.