1879 Trade Dollar — Coin Value

Trade Dollar

What the 1879 Trade Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).

1879 Trade Dollar value — Ungraded $384. Prices updated July 2026.

Series · Trade DollarYear · 1879
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Which version do you have?

For the cheapest way to own an 1879 Trade Dollar, purchase the Standard version at around $387. The PROOF version, priced at $1929, offers a higher level of finish and collectible presentation. Buyers prioritizing basic ownership should opt for the Standard. Those seeking the premium display quality and scarcity associated with the PROOF version should be prepared to pay the significant premium.

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Series
Trade Dollar
Year
1879

1879 Trade Dollar value

A raw (ungraded) 1879 Trade Dollar runs around $384, a certified MS62 about null, 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

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ConditionValueBased on
Ungraded$384eBay sold comps
Live asking — low / typical / high$9.95 / $1,259 / $139,20019 live eBay listings

Market check: As of August 1, 2026, 19 live eBay listings ask $9.95–$139,200.00 (median $1,259.00).

Frequently asked questions

What is the current estimated value of this 1879 Trade Dollar?
The ungraded 1879 Trade Dollar is currently valued at $390.
Is the condition of this coin graded?
No, this specific listing is for an ungraded 1879 Trade Dollar.
What series does this 1879 coin belong to?
This coin belongs to the Trade Dollar series from the year 1879.

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