1879 Gold Dollar — Coin Value
Gold DollarWhat the 1879 Gold Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1879 Gold Dollar value — Ungraded $602 · MS62 $1,115 · MS66 $2,625. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 4.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own an 1879 Gold Dollar, purchase the Standard version at around $602. The PROOF version at $28100 offers superior finish and collectible presentation, appealing to serious investors. If your goal is simple ownership, stick to the Standard. If you seek maximum display value and investment potential, the PROOF is the choice, though it demands a significant premium.
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Item details
- Series
- Gold Dollar
- Year
- 1879
- Release date
- January 1, 1879
1879 Gold Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1879 Gold Dollar runs around $602, a certified MS62 about $1115, and a high-grade MS66 commands $2625.
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 | $602 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $1,115 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $2,625 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2,915 / $3,710 / $3,710 | 2 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 26, 2026, 2 live eBay listings ask $2,915.00–$3,710.00 (median $3,710.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1879 Gold Dollar?
- An ungraded 1879 Gold Dollar starts at approximately $607.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an ungraded coin?
- An MS66 grade for this coin is valued significantly higher, reaching $2610 compared to the ungraded price.
- What series does this 1879 Gold Dollar belong to?
- This coin is part of the Gold Dollar series and is from the year 1879.