1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle — Coin Value
Liberty Head Quarter EagleWhat the 1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle value — Ungraded $677 · MS62 $20,067. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 29.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own an 1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle, the Standard version at $678 is the cheapest route. The PROOF version at $43,200 commands a massive premium due to its superior finish and collectible quality. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard, while serious investors or high-end enthusiasts should pay for the PROOF for maximum aesthetic and market value.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Quarter Eagle
- Year
- 1881
- Release date
- January 1, 1881
1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle value
A raw (ungraded) 1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle runs around $677, a certified MS62 about $20067, 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 | $677 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $20,067 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle?
- An ungraded 1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle is valued starting at $735.
- How much is a graded MS62 version of this coin worth?
- A graded MS62 1881 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle has a market value of $20,093.
- What is the specific series and year for this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Liberty Head Quarter Eagle series and is from the year 1881.