1873 [OPEN 3] Liberty Head Half Eagle — Coin Value
Liberty Head Half EagleWhat the 1873 [OPEN 3] Liberty Head Half Eagle is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1873 [OPEN 3] Liberty Head Half Eagle value — Ungraded $1,606 · MS62 $1,580 · MS66 $46,485. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 28.9× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want to own an 1873 Liberty Head Half Eagle, buy the OPEN 3 version for $1607. The CLOSED 3 version at $42688 commands a significant premium for its sealed, pristine condition, indicating higher scarcity and collector desirability. Casual collectors should opt for the OPEN 3, while serious investors targeting top-tier condition should pay the premium for the CLOSED 3.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Half Eagle
- Year
- 1873
- Release date
- January 1, 1873
1873 [OPEN 3] Liberty Head Half Eagle value
A raw (ungraded) 1873 [OPEN 3] Liberty Head Half Eagle runs around $1606, a certified MS62 about $1580, and a high-grade MS66 commands $46485.
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 | $1,606 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $1,580 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $46,485 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $1,850 / $9,280 / $9,280 | 2 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 22, 2026, 2 live eBay listings ask $1,850.00–$9,280.00 (median $9,280.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1873 Liberty Head Half Eagle?
- An ungraded 1873 Liberty Head Half Eagle is listed with a value starting at $1609.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an ungraded version?
- The MS66 grade is significantly more valuable, priced at $47,488 compared to the ungraded starting price of $1609.
- Are there different price points available for this 1873 coin?
- Yes, prices vary widely, ranging from $1609 for ungraded to $1587 for MS62 and $47,488 for MS66.