1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle — Coin Value
Liberty Head Gold EagleWhat the 1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle value — Ungraded $1,995 · MS62 $2,760. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 1.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, purchase the Standard 1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle at around $2011. The PROOF version, priced near $196,645, offers a superior finish and presentation, appealing to serious investors. If your goal is simple ownership without significant investment, stick to the Standard. If you seek high-end collecting or investment potential, the PROOF warrants the substantial premium.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Gold Eagle
- Year
- 1887
- Release date
- January 1, 1887
1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle value
A raw (ungraded) 1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle runs around $1995, a certified MS62 about $2760, 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 | $1,995 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $2,760 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2,145 / $2,145 / $2,145 | 1 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 21, 2026, 1 live eBay listing ask $2,145.00–$2,145.00 (median $2,145.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded 1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle?
- An ungraded 1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle is valued at approximately $1700.
- How much more is an MS62 graded version worth compared to ungraded?
- An MS62 graded version is valued at $2760, significantly higher than the ungraded price.
- What is the series and year for this gold eagle?
- This is an 1887 Liberty Head Gold Eagle from the Liberty Head Gold Eagle series.
