1881 Gold Dollar — Coin Value

Gold Dollar

What the 1881 Gold Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).

1881 Gold Dollar value — Ungraded $1,024 · MS62 $705 · MS66 $2,791. Prices updated July 2026.

Series · Gold DollarYear · 1881
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Value by grade
$1,024
Ungraded
+-31%
$705
MS62
2.7×
$2,791
MS66

Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 2.7× raw.

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Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.

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Expired listings — price reference

1881 Gold Dollar PCGS MS-64$1,585Gradedexpired · seen Jul 24Look up ↗
1881 Gold Dollar NGC MS-67$4,638Gradedexpired · seen Jul 24Look up ↗
1881 One Dollar Gold Coin PCGS PR-64 DCAM CAC$11,607Gradedexpired · seen Jul 24Look up ↗
1881 Gold Dollar - G$1 NGC MS 63 PL - 4474639-001$1,662.5Unspecifiedexpired · seen Jul 24Look up ↗
1881 MORGAN SILVER DOLLAR AU/XF GRADE 3 COIN LOT) - FUTURE NUMISMATIC VALUE💥✅$270Ungradedexpired · seen Jul 24Look up ↗
1885 MORGAN SILVER DOLLAR AU/XF GRADE 3 COIN LOT) - FUTURE NUMISMATIC VALUE💥✅$225Ungradedexpired · seen Jul 24Look up ↗

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Which version do you have?

For the most budget-conscious approach, buy the Standard 1881 Gold Dollar at around $1024. The PROOF version, priced at $4337, offers superior production quality and collectible presentation, signifying a higher tier of desirability. Collectors prioritizing investment and pristine condition should pay the premium for the PROOF. Those seeking basic ownership should stick with the Standard version to save significantly.

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Item details

Series
Gold Dollar
Year
1881
Release date
January 1, 1881

1881 Gold Dollar value

A raw (ungraded) 1881 Gold Dollar runs around $1024, a certified MS62 about $705, and a high-grade MS66 commands $2791.

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$1,024eBay sold comps
MS62$705eBay sold comps
MS66$2,791eBay sold comps
Live asking — low / typical / high$225 / $1,585 / $11,6079 live eBay listings

Market check: As of July 23, 2026, 9 live eBay listings ask $225.00–$11,607.00 (median $1,585.00).

Frequently asked questions

What is the approximate value of an ungraded 1881 Gold Dollar?
An ungraded 1881 Gold Dollar is valued at approximately $864.
How much more is an MS66 graded coin worth compared to an ungraded one?
An MS66 example commands a much higher price, listed at $2794 compared to the ungraded $864.
Is the 1881 Gold Dollar a rare coin?
It is part of the Gold Dollar series, and its value varies significantly based on its specific grade, such as MS62 or MS66.

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