1878 Seated Liberty Quarter — Coin Value
Seated Liberty QuarterWhat the 1878 Seated Liberty Quarter is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1878 Seated Liberty Quarter value — Ungraded $28 · MS62 $638 · MS66 $3,377. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 120.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own an 1878 Seated Liberty Quarter, the Standard version at $33 is the most affordable choice. The PROOF version at $851 offers a premium presentation, likely superior striking and packaging, appealing to serious collectors. Buyers prioritizing ownership on a budget should select Standard, while those seeking display quality and investment potential should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Seated Liberty Quarter
- Year
- 1878
1878 Seated Liberty Quarter value
A raw (ungraded) 1878 Seated Liberty Quarter runs around $28, a certified MS62 about $638, and a high-grade MS66 commands $3377.
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 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $638 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $3,377 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1878 Seated Liberty Quarter?
- Ungraded examples of the 1878 Seated Liberty Quarter are currently valued at $27.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 coin is valued at $3382, significantly higher than the $732 price point for an MS62.
- What series does this 1878 coin belong to?
- This specific coin is part of the Seated Liberty Quarter series from the year 1878.