1888 Seated Liberty Quarter — Coin Value
Seated Liberty QuarterWhat the 1888 Seated Liberty Quarter is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1888 Seated Liberty Quarter value — Ungraded $190 · MS62 $2,190 · MS66 $2,338. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 12.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own an 1888 Seated Liberty Quarter, purchase the Standard version for $75. The PROOF version, priced at $1406, offers a premium presentation, typically featuring superior mint luster and specialized packaging. Collectors prioritizing investment or display quality should pay the higher price for the PROOF. Casual collectors should save their funds by opting for the Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Seated Liberty Quarter
- Year
- 1888
1888 Seated Liberty Quarter value
A raw (ungraded) 1888 Seated Liberty Quarter runs around $190, a certified MS62 about $2190, and a high-grade MS66 commands $2338.
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 | $190 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $2,190 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $2,338 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $16 / $116.99 / $545 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 22, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $16.00–$545.00 (median $116.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1888 Seated Liberty Quarter?
- Ungraded 1888 Seated Liberty Quarters are currently listed starting at $75.
- How much is an MS62 1888 Seated Liberty Quarter worth?
- An MS62 graded example of the 1888 Seated Liberty Quarter is valued at $859.
- What is the top-end value for this coin?
- The highest listed value for this coin is $2343 for an MS66 grade.