1871 Seated Liberty Quarter — Coin Value
Seated Liberty QuarterWhat the 1871 Seated Liberty Quarter is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1871 Seated Liberty Quarter value — Ungraded $240 · MS62 $2,806 · MS66 $7,168. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 29.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own an 1871 Seated Liberty Quarter, purchase the Standard version for $187. The PROOF version, priced at $645, offers superior minting quality and specialized packaging, appealing to serious collectors. If budget is the primary concern, stick to the Standard. However, those prioritizing presentation and investment value should opt for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Seated Liberty Quarter
- Year
- 1871
1871 Seated Liberty Quarter value
A raw (ungraded) 1871 Seated Liberty Quarter runs around $240, a certified MS62 about $2806, and a high-grade MS66 commands $7168.
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 | $240 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $2,806 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $7,168 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $33.99 / $89.95 / $299.99 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 20, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $33.99–$299.99 (median $89.95).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1871 Seated Liberty Quarter?
- Ungraded 1871 Seated Liberty Quarters are currently valued starting around $176.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an ungraded coin?
- An MS66 example is significantly more valuable, listed at $7168 compared to the ungraded price point.
- What are the available grades for this 1871 Seated Liberty Quarter?
- This coin is available in Ungraded, MS62 ($2592), and MS66 ($7168) conditions.