1897 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle — Coin Value
Liberty Head Quarter EagleWhat the 1897 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1897 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle value — Ungraded $637 · MS62 $622 · MS66 $2,137. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 3.4× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the most budget-conscious approach, buy the Standard 1897 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle for around $637. The PROOF version at $18,910 offers superior finish and presentation, appealing to serious collectors. If your goal is simply ownership, the Standard is the clear choice. Those seeking investment-grade quality and display value should allocate the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Quarter Eagle
- Year
- 1897
- Release date
- January 1, 1897
1897 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle value
A raw (ungraded) 1897 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle runs around $637, a certified MS62 about $622, and a high-grade MS66 commands $2137.
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 | $637 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $622 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $2,137 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1897 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle?
- An ungraded 1897 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle can be found for approximately $639.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- The MS66 grade is listed at $2161, significantly higher than the MS62 grade price of $622.
- What is the series and year of this specific coin?
- This coin belongs to the Liberty Head Quarter Eagle series and is from the year 1897.