1872 Seated Liberty Quarter — Coin Value
Seated Liberty QuarterWhat the 1872 Seated Liberty Quarter is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1872 Seated Liberty Quarter value — Ungraded $198 · MS62 $2,875 · MS66 $36,069. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 182.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own the 1872 Seated Liberty Quarter, purchase the Standard version for $110. The PROOF version at $798 offers superior finish and presentation, appealing to serious collectors. If your goal is basic ownership, save your money on the Standard. If you prioritize display quality and collector appeal, the PROOF version is the worthwhile investment.
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Item details
- Series
- Seated Liberty Quarter
- Year
- 1872
1872 Seated Liberty Quarter value
A raw (ungraded) 1872 Seated Liberty Quarter runs around $198, a certified MS62 about $2875, and a high-grade MS66 commands $36069.
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 | $198 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $2,875 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $36,069 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $33.99 / $70 / $500 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 21, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $33.99–$500.00 (median $70.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded 1872 Seated Liberty Quarter?
- An ungraded 1872 Seated Liberty Quarter starts at approximately $113.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- The MS66 condition commands a significantly higher value at $20,927 compared to the MS62 grade of $1668.
- Is the 1872 Seated Liberty Quarter a good investment?
- Yes, the wide price range, from $113 ungraded to $20,927 in MS66, indicates strong potential for value appreciation.