1878 [PROOF] Trade Dollar — Coin Value
Trade DollarWhat the 1878 [PROOF] Trade Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1878 [PROOF] Trade Dollar value — Ungraded $1,985 · MS62 $11,188. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 5.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
1878-S US Trade Dollar Mint State PL Proof Like Seated Liberty Silver .900eBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
For the most budget-conscious approach, purchase the Standard 1878 Trade Dollar at $177. The PROOF version at $1985 offers a superior presentation, typically involving higher quality striking or specialized packaging, appealing to serious collectors. Buyers prioritizing display quality and investment potential should pay the premium for the PROOF, while those seeking basic ownership should stick to the Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Trade Dollar
- Year
- 1878
- Release date
- January 1, 1878
1878 [PROOF] Trade Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1878 [PROOF] Trade Dollar runs around $1985, a certified MS62 about $11188, 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 | $1,985 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $11,188 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $163.99 / $472.5 / $2,599 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 21, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $163.99–$2,599.45 (median $472.50).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1878 Trade Dollar?
- Ungraded examples of the 1878 Trade Dollar are currently listed starting at $1985.
- How much more valuable is the MS62 grade compared to ungraded?
- The MS62 grade commands a significantly higher value, listed at $12,623, compared to the ungraded price.
- What series does this 1878 Trade Dollar belong to?
- This specific coin is from the Trade Dollar series and is dated 1878.
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