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Rare Coin Price Guide
This price guide covers U.S. and world rare coins from the Colonial era through modern issues, with retail values for certified PCGS and NGC examples in grades G-4 through MS-65. Whether you collect Morgan Dollars, Lincoln Cents, early gold, or ancient coins, the values here reflect current market conditions based on auction results, dealer activity, and population data.
Values are most reliable for certified, problem-free examples. Cleaned, damaged, or ungenuine coins trade at steep discounts. Key dates — identified with ★ ★★ ★★★ — represent the scarcest dates in each series and command premiums that often far exceed common dates in the same grade.
Rare coins are graded on the 70-point Sheldon scale. A one-point difference in grade can double or triple a coin's value in higher grades. For any coin worth more than $500, professional certification through PCGS or NGC is strongly recommended before buying or selling.
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Rare Coin Price Guide
Retail values for U.S. and world coins in PCGS / NGC certified grades, Colonial through Modern. Updated for 2026 market conditions.
Grading Scale Reference
PCGS and PMG use the 70-point Sheldon scale. This guide uses grades G-4 through MS-65. Proof coins use a PF- prefix; Deep Cameo proofs carry significant premiums beyond standard grade values.
Major design visible, heavily worn, flat. Design clear but featureless.
Design clear, main features sharp with moderate even wear.
Moderate even wear throughout; all major features sharp.
Light to moderate wear; all major features sharp and clear.
Light wear on highest points only; all detail sharp.
Traces of wear on high points; half or more luster present.
No wear; some distracting marks; decent luster and eye appeal.
Strong luster; only minor marks in secondary areas. Gem quality.
Colonial & Early American Coinage (1652–1792)
Colonial and pre-federal coins are among the most historically significant pieces in American numismatics. Grading standards differ from federal issues — net grades are common. Values are for problem-free, original-surface examples.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★★ 1652 Willow Tree Shilling | $2,500 | $5,500 | $10,000 | $20,000 | $45,000 | $85,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1652 Oak Tree Shilling | $800 | $1,600 | $3,200 | $6,500 | $14,000 | $28,000 | — | — |
| ★ 1652 Pine Tree Shilling | $600 | $1,200 | $2,500 | $4,800 | $10,500 | $22,000 | — | — |
| 1787 Fugio Cent (MIND YOUR BUS.) | $200 | $380 | $650 | $1,100 | $2,200 | $4,500 | $12,000 | — |
| ★★ 1776 Continental Dollar (Pewter) | $1,800 | $3,500 | $6,500 | $13,000 | $28,000 | $55,000 | — | — |
| 1783 Nova Constellatio Copper | $80 | $150 | $280 | $500 | $1,000 | $2,200 | $5,500 | — |
| 1787 Connecticut Copper | $60 | $120 | $225 | $420 | $875 | $1,800 | $4,500 | — |
| 1787 New Jersey Copper | $65 | $130 | $240 | $450 | $900 | $2,000 | $5,000 | — |
| 1788 Massachusetts Copper Cent | $75 | $145 | $275 | $520 | $1,050 | $2,400 | $6,000 | — |
★★★ Key note: The 1652 Willow Tree Shilling is exceptionally rare — fewer than 10 are known in high grade. Values reflect auction records; actual realized prices may vary widely.
Early Federal: Bust Series (1793–1839)
The Bust series includes the first official U.S. federal coinage. Large Cents, early half dollars, and Bust dollars are highly collected. Many issues are available in circulated grades; Mint State examples are rare and valuable.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★★ 1793 Chain Cent (AMERI.) | $8,000 | $16,000 | $30,000 | $62,000 | $140,000 | $250,000 | — | — |
| ★★★ 1793 Wreath Cent | $4,500 | $9,000 | $17,500 | $38,000 | $85,000 | $180,000 | — | — |
| 1794 Large Cent | $250 | $480 | $900 | $1,800 | $4,500 | $9,500 | $28,000 | — |
| ★★ 1799 Large Cent | $1,200 | $2,400 | $5,000 | $10,500 | $26,000 | $55,000 | — | — |
| ★ 1804 Large Cent | $350 | $700 | $1,400 | $3,000 | $7,500 | $16,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1793 Liberty Cap Half Cent | $1,200 | $2,500 | $5,000 | $10,000 | $24,000 | $52,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1796 Draped Bust Dime | $1,800 | $3,600 | $7,000 | $14,000 | $32,000 | $70,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1796 Draped Bust Quarter | $2,200 | $4,500 | $9,000 | $18,000 | $42,000 | $90,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1796 Draped Bust Half Dollar | $4,000 | $8,000 | $16,000 | $32,000 | $72,000 | $150,000 | — | — |
| 1807 Capped Bust Half Dollar | $50 | $90 | $160 | $320 | $750 | $1,500 | $4,500 | $18,000 |
| ★ 1815 Capped Bust Half Dollar | $600 | $1,100 | $2,200 | $4,200 | $9,500 | $20,000 | $55,000 | — |
| ★★ 1838-O Capped Bust Half | $1,800 | $3,500 | $7,000 | $14,000 | $32,000 | $70,000 | — | — |
| ★★★ 1804 Silver Dollar "King of Coins" | — | — | — | — | — | — | $2,000,000+ | — |
★★★ The 1804 Silver Dollar is the "King of American Coins." Only 15 specimens are known. The last auction record exceeded $7.6 million.
Classic U.S. Coinage (1840–1891)
The Classic era encompasses Seated Liberty coinage across all denominations, the short-lived Two-Cent and Three-Cent pieces, and the transition to Indian Head cents. Key dates in this period are defined by low-mintage branch mint issues, particularly from Carson City (CC), New Orleans (O), and San Francisco (S).
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Seated Liberty Dime | $22 | $35 | $55 | $90 | $175 | $320 | $900 | $3,200 |
| ★★★ 1873-CC No Arrows Seated Dime | — | — | — | — | — | — | $1,840,000 | — |
| ★★ 1874-CC Seated Liberty Dime | $900 | $1,800 | $3,500 | $7,000 | $16,000 | $38,000 | — | — |
| Common Seated Liberty Quarter | $28 | $45 | $70 | $120 | $240 | $450 | $1,400 | $5,500 |
| ★★ 1871-CC Seated Liberty Quarter | $1,200 | $2,400 | $5,000 | $11,000 | $28,000 | $65,000 | — | — |
| Common Three-Cent Silver (Type 1–3) | $28 | $40 | $60 | $100 | $195 | $360 | $900 | $3,800 |
| ★★ 1851-O Three-Cent Silver | $60 | $100 | $180 | $380 | $850 | $2,200 | $9,000 | — |
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Seated Liberty Half Dollar | $38 | $58 | $90 | $160 | $320 | $600 | $1,800 | $7,500 |
| ★★ 1878-CC Seated Liberty Half | $300 | $550 | $1,000 | $2,200 | $5,500 | $12,000 | $40,000 | — |
| Common Trade Dollar (1873–1885) | $200 | $240 | $290 | $380 | $600 | $1,100 | $3,500 | $14,000 |
| ★★★ 1885 Trade Dollar (5 known) | — | — | — | — | — | — | $3,960,000 | — |
| Common Indian Head Cent (1859–1909) | $3 | $5 | $9 | $18 | $45 | $90 | $250 | $900 |
| ★★ 1877 Indian Head Cent | $320 | $520 | $800 | $1,300 | $2,200 | $3,200 | $7,500 | $22,000 |
| ★ 1869 Indian Head Cent | $80 | $130 | $210 | $340 | $600 | $1,000 | $2,800 | $9,000 |
| ★★ 1864 L on Ribbon Indian Cent | $55 | $90 | $145 | $230 | $420 | $700 | $1,800 | $6,500 |
★★★ 1873-CC No Arrows Dime: The single known example resides in the Smithsonian Institution and is considered one of the greatest U.S. coin rarities — not available to private collectors.
Morgan Dollar Era (1878–1921)
Morgan Dollars are the most widely collected U.S. coin series. Key dates, mintmarks, and varieties drive enormous price differences. The Carson City (CC), New Orleans (O), and San Francisco (S) mints produced many semi-key and key issues.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1878-CC Morgan Dollar | $80 | $145 | $260 | $450 | $900 | $1,800 | $4,800 | $14,000 |
| ★ 1879-CC Morgan Dollar | $200 | $380 | $720 | $1,400 | $3,200 | $7,500 | $22,000 | — |
| 1881-CC Morgan Dollar | $200 | $360 | $640 | $1,100 | $2,400 | $4,800 | $9,500 | $22,000 |
| 1884-CC Morgan Dollar | $85 | $150 | $265 | $460 | $950 | $1,900 | $5,000 | $14,000 |
| ★ 1885-CC Morgan Dollar | $300 | $550 | $1,000 | $1,800 | $3,800 | $7,500 | $18,000 | — |
| ★★ 1889-CC Morgan Dollar | $600 | $1,200 | $2,500 | $5,200 | $13,000 | $30,000 | — | — |
| ★★★ 1893-S Morgan Dollar | $4,500 | $9,500 | $20,000 | $42,000 | $100,000 | $225,000 | — | — |
| ★★★ 1895 Morgan Dollar (Proof only) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $85,000 |
| ★ 1901 Morgan Dollar (P) | $75 | $140 | $280 | $650 | $2,500 | $8,500 | $65,000 | — |
| 1903-O Morgan Dollar | $200 | $360 | $640 | $1,100 | $2,200 | $4,500 | $9,500 | — |
| 1921 Morgan Dollar (P) | $28 | $32 | $38 | $50 | $75 | $130 | $280 | $750 |
| Common Date Morgan (avg) | $30 | $35 | $42 | $55 | $85 | $150 | $350 | $1,100 |
★★★ 1893-S Morgan Dollar: The rarest business-strike Morgan. Only ~6,000 were minted; fewer than 10 known in EF or better.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★ 1921 Peace Dollar (High Relief) | $350 | $650 | $1,200 | $2,400 | $5,500 | $11,000 | $28,000 | — |
| 1924-S Peace Dollar | $35 | $55 | $100 | $200 | $480 | $1,200 | $6,500 | — |
| ★ 1928 Peace Dollar | $160 | $290 | $520 | $1,000 | $2,200 | $5,000 | $14,000 | — |
| ★ 1934-S Peace Dollar | $80 | $150 | $280 | $560 | $1,400 | $4,200 | $28,000 | — |
| Common Date Peace (avg) | $28 | $32 | $38 | $48 | $70 | $120 | $260 | $750 |
Barber Series (1892–1916)
Charles Barber's Liberty Head designs for the dime, quarter, and half dollar ran simultaneously from 1892 to 1916. The series is characterized by numerous low-mintage branch mint issues — particularly from New Orleans and San Francisco — making a complete set extremely challenging. Heavily circulated Barber coins are common; high-grade examples are scarce.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Barber Dime | $5 | $8 | $16 | $38 | $95 | $200 | $550 | $2,200 |
| ★★ 1894-S Barber Dime (24 known) | — | — | — | — | — | — | $1,997,500 | — |
| ★ 1895-O Barber Dime | $200 | $380 | $700 | $1,400 | $3,200 | $7,000 | $22,000 | — |
| ★ 1913-S Barber Dime | $80 | $145 | $260 | $520 | $1,200 | $2,800 | $9,500 | — |
| Common Barber Quarter | $8 | $14 | $28 | $65 | $160 | $320 | $900 | $3,800 |
| ★★ 1896-S Barber Quarter | $500 | $950 | $1,800 | $3,800 | $9,000 | $22,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1901-S Barber Quarter | $900 | $1,700 | $3,200 | $6,500 | $15,000 | $36,000 | — | — |
| ★ 1913-S Barber Quarter | $120 | $220 | $420 | $850 | $2,000 | $4,500 | $16,000 | — |
| Common Barber Half Dollar | $15 | $25 | $50 | $110 | $280 | $560 | $1,500 | $7,000 |
| ★★ 1892-O Micro O Barber Half | $600 | $1,100 | $2,200 | $4,500 | $12,000 | $28,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1904-S Barber Half Dollar | $250 | $480 | $950 | $2,000 | $5,000 | $12,000 | — | — |
★★★ 1894-S Barber Dime: Only 24 were struck — reportedly as presentation pieces — and about 9 are confirmed to exist today. Any genuine example commands over $1 million at auction; always verify authentication with PCGS or NGC before purchasing.
Walking Liberty & Mercury Dime (1916–1947)
The Walking Liberty Half Dollar and Mercury (Winged Liberty) Dime represent the artistic height of U.S. coin design. Key dates in both series are defined by low mintages and are frequently counterfeited — always verify with PCGS or NGC.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★ 1916 Walking Liberty (P) | $200 | $380 | $700 | $1,400 | $3,500 | $7,500 | $22,000 | — |
| ★★ 1916-D Obv. Mintmark Walking Lib. | $600 | $1,200 | $2,400 | $5,000 | $13,000 | $30,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1921 Walking Liberty Half | $200 | $380 | $750 | $1,600 | $4,500 | $12,000 | $55,000 | — |
| ★★ 1921-D Walking Liberty Half | $220 | $420 | $820 | $1,800 | $5,000 | $13,500 | $65,000 | — |
| ★ 1938-D Walking Liberty Half | $160 | $290 | $520 | $950 | $2,000 | $4,200 | $10,000 | — |
| Common Walking Liberty (avg) | $14 | $20 | $30 | $50 | $90 | $180 | $480 | $1,400 |
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★★ 1916-D Mercury Dime | $1,400 | $2,800 | $5,500 | $11,000 | $25,000 | $55,000 | $180,000 | — |
| ★ 1921 Mercury Dime | $100 | $190 | $360 | $720 | $1,700 | $4,000 | $14,000 | — |
| ★★ 1942/1 Mercury Dime | $400 | $750 | $1,400 | $2,800 | $6,500 | $15,000 | $50,000 | — |
| ★★ 1942/1-D Mercury Dime | $500 | $950 | $1,800 | $3,600 | $8,500 | $20,000 | $70,000 | — |
| Common Mercury Dime (avg) | $3 | $5 | $8 | $15 | $32 | $65 | $160 | $480 |
★★★ 1916-D Mercury Dime: Only 264,000 struck — the lowest mintage of the series. Widely counterfeited by adding a D mintmark to 1916-P coins. Always verify with PCGS or NGC.
Lincoln Cent Key Dates (1909–1958)
Lincoln Cents (wheat reverse, 1909–1958) are America's most collected series. The 1909-S VDB and 1914-D are the premier key dates. The 1943 copper and 1944 steel wartime errors are among the most valuable Lincoln Cents known. Always verify high-value examples with PCGS or NGC — counterfeits and altered coins are common.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★★ 1909-S VDB Lincoln Cent | $700 | $1,100 | $1,600 | $2,400 | $4,000 | $6,500 | $14,000 | $38,000 |
| 1909-VDB Lincoln Cent | $8 | $12 | $16 | $22 | $35 | $55 | $115 | $280 |
| ★ 1909-S Lincoln Cent | $65 | $110 | $175 | $260 | $420 | $650 | $1,500 | $4,200 |
| ★★ 1914-D Lincoln Cent | $200 | $360 | $620 | $1,100 | $2,200 | $4,200 | $11,000 | $35,000 |
| ★ 1914-S Lincoln Cent | $25 | $45 | $80 | $145 | $280 | $475 | $1,200 | $3,800 |
| ★★ 1922 Plain (No D) Lincoln | $500 | $900 | $1,500 | $2,600 | $5,000 | $9,500 | $28,000 | — |
| ★ 1924-D Lincoln Cent | $25 | $46 | $82 | $150 | $290 | $480 | $1,100 | $3,200 |
| ★★ 1931-S Lincoln Cent | $85 | $140 | $210 | $290 | $400 | $560 | $1,000 | $2,400 |
| ★★★ 1943-D Copper Error | — | — | — | — | — | — | $500,000+ | — |
| ★★★ 1944-S Steel Error | — | — | — | — | — | — | $300,000+ | — |
| ★★★ 1955 Doubled Die Obverse | $1,100 | $1,700 | $2,600 | $4,200 | $7,500 | $14,000 | $50,000 | — |
| Common Wheat Cent (avg) | $0.05 | $0.10 | $0.18 | $0.35 | $0.75 | $1.50 | $5 | $18 |
★★★ Error Coins: The 1943 copper and 1944 steel Lincolns must be non-magnetic (copper) or magnetic (steel) respectively to be genuine. Counterfeits are common — always certify before buying or selling.
Gold Coinage: $1 through $20 Double Eagle
U.S. gold coins carry both numismatic and precious metal value. Values shown are numismatic retail prices for certified, problem-free coins. Gold melt value (as of early 2026) provides a base floor for all circulated issues.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Gold Dollar (avg) | $200 | $240 | $280 | $320 | $400 | $550 | $1,100 | $3,500 |
| ★★ 1854 Gold Dollar (Type 2) | $800 | $1,500 | $3,000 | $6,500 | $18,000 | $45,000 | — | — |
| ★★ 1796 No Stars Quarter Eagle | $5,000 | $10,000 | $20,000 | $40,000 | $95,000 | $200,000 | — | — |
| Common $2.50 Quarter Eagle | $280 | $320 | $380 | $450 | $600 | $900 | $2,200 | $7,000 |
| Common Liberty Head $5 | $420 | $460 | $520 | $600 | $800 | $1,200 | $2,800 | $9,000 |
| Common Indian Head $5 | $440 | $480 | $540 | $640 | $850 | $1,300 | $3,200 | $10,000 |
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Liberty Head $10 | $880 | $950 | $1,050 | $1,200 | $1,600 | $2,400 | $5,500 | $18,000 |
| Common Indian Head $10 | $900 | $980 | $1,100 | $1,300 | $1,800 | $2,800 | $6,500 | $22,000 |
| Common $20 Liberty Double Eagle | $2,100 | $2,200 | $2,350 | $2,550 | $3,200 | $4,500 | $9,500 | $30,000 |
| ★★ 1870-CC $20 Liberty | $5,500 | $11,000 | $22,000 | $48,000 | $120,000 | $280,000 | — | — |
| ★ 1907 Saint-Gaudens High Relief | $6,000 | $10,000 | $16,000 | $26,000 | $45,000 | $80,000 | $185,000 | $450,000 |
| 1908 Saint-Gaudens No Motto | $2,150 | $2,250 | $2,400 | $2,650 | $3,400 | $5,000 | $11,000 | $35,000 |
| ★★ 1927-D Saint-Gaudens | $15,000 | $28,000 | $55,000 | $110,000 | $250,000 | $550,000 | — | — |
| ★★★ 1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle | — | — | — | — | — | — | $18,872,250 | — |
★★★ 1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle: The auction record of $18,872,250 (Sotheby's, 2021) is the highest price ever realized for any U.S. coin. Nearly all examples were melted by executive order; only one is legally privately owned.
20th Century Classics (1948–1964)
The post-war silver era produced several collectible series that remain highly popular with collectors today. Franklin Half Dollars, Roosevelt Dimes, and Washington Quarters all contain 90% silver, giving even common dates a base bullion value. Key dates are defined by low mintage, Full Bell Lines (FBL) on Franklins, and Full Bands (FB) on Roosevelt Dimes.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Franklin Half Dollar | $12 | $13 | $14 | $15 | $18 | $22 | $45 | $130 |
| ★ 1948 Franklin Half (MS-65 FBL) | $12 | $13 | $14 | $15 | $20 | $28 | $80 | $1,600 |
| ★★ 1955 Franklin Half Dollar | $13 | $14 | $16 | $20 | $28 | $42 | $120 | $2,800 |
| ★★ 1953 Franklin Half (FBL) | $12 | $13 | $14 | $16 | $22 | $35 | $95 | $6,500 |
| Common Roosevelt Dime (silver) | $3 | $3.50 | $4 | $4.50 | $5.50 | $8 | $14 | $40 |
| ★ 1949-S Roosevelt Dime | $4 | $5 | $7 | $11 | $20 | $38 | $90 | $250 |
| ★ 1955 Roosevelt Dime | $3.50 | $4.50 | $6 | $10 | $18 | $35 | $80 | $220 |
| ★★ 1950-S/S RPM Roosevelt Dime | $18 | $30 | $55 | $100 | $200 | $400 | $1,200 | — |
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Washington Quarter (silver) | $6 | $7 | $8 | $9 | $11 | $16 | $32 | $95 |
| ★★ 1932-D Washington Quarter | $100 | $165 | $260 | $420 | $800 | $1,600 | $5,000 | $18,000 |
| ★★ 1932-S Washington Quarter | $100 | $160 | $250 | $400 | $750 | $1,500 | $4,500 | $16,000 |
| ★ 1936-D Washington Quarter | $18 | $28 | $50 | $90 | $180 | $360 | $950 | $4,200 |
| ★★ 1942-D Jefferson Nickel (over Mintmark) | $80 | $140 | $260 | $500 | $1,000 | $1,800 | $4,500 | $14,000 |
| ★ 1950-D Jefferson Nickel | $9 | $12 | $16 | $22 | $32 | $50 | $80 | $200 |
| 1964 Kennedy Half Dollar (90% silver) | $12 | $13 | $14 | $15 | $18 | $22 | $45 | $160 |
| ★★ 1964 SMS Kennedy Half (Specimen) | — | — | — | — | — | — | $108,000 | — |
Full Bell Lines (FBL) & Full Bands (FB): Franklin Half Dollars with complete, uninterrupted bell lines command dramatic MS-65+ premiums. Always look for the FBL or FB designation on certified examples — values can be 5–20× higher than non-designated coins.
Modern Rarities & Key Dates (1965–Present)
The modern era (post-1964 clad coinage) produced far fewer traditional key dates, but error coins, doubled dies, and low-mintage proof and bullion issues command strong premiums. State Quarters, Presidential Dollars, and modern bullion coins have created an entirely new collector base. Certified examples in top Pop grades (MS-67 to MS-70) can far exceed the values shown here.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★ 1970-S Small Date Lincoln Cent | $25 | $45 | $80 | $140 | $260 | $450 | $900 | $2,800 |
| ★★ 1972 Lincoln Cent DDO | $50 | $90 | $160 | $280 | $520 | $900 | $2,000 | $7,500 |
| ★ 1983 Lincoln Cent DDR | $12 | $22 | $40 | $75 | $140 | $260 | $600 | $2,200 |
| ★ 1995 Lincoln Cent DDO | $18 | $30 | $55 | $100 | $190 | $340 | $750 | $2,500 |
| ★★ 1969-S Lincoln Cent DDO | $15,000 | $28,000 | $55,000 | $100,000 | — | — | — | — |
| ★ 1982 No P Roosevelt Dime | $45 | $80 | $140 | $240 | $440 | $750 | $1,600 | $5,000 |
| ★ 1965 SMS Washington Quarter | $4 | $6 | $9 | $15 | $28 | $55 | $120 | $450 |
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★ 1999-P Delaware Quarter (Spitting Horse Error) | $15 | $25 | $45 | $85 | $175 | $320 | $750 | $2,400 |
| ★★ 2004-D Wisconsin Quarter (Extra Leaf) | $80 | $130 | $220 | $380 | $700 | $1,200 | $3,000 | $8,500 |
| ★ 2005-P Minnesota Quarter (Extra Tree) | $10 | $18 | $32 | $60 | $120 | $220 | $520 | $1,800 |
| ★★ 1999-W American Gold Eagle Proof (1 oz) | — | — | — | — | — | — | $5,800 | $12,000 |
| ★ 2019-S Lincoln Cent Reverse Proof | — | — | — | — | — | — | $45 | $90 |
| ★★ 2009-S Lincoln Bicentennial Proof Set (4-coin) | — | — | — | — | — | — | $28 | $65 |
| ★★★ 2000-P Sacagawea Dollar / Washington Quarter Mule | — | — | — | — | — | — | $200,000+ | — |
Modern Error Coins: Values for error coins are highly variable depending on the severity and visibility of the error. Doubled dies especially benefit from professional certification — a raw unattributed DDO may sell for $20 while the same coin slabbed by PCGS can realize 50× that amount.
World & International Rarities
World coins are graded using the same Sheldon 1–70 scale adopted by PCGS and NGC for international issues. Values reflect certified examples where available; uncertified world coins trade at significant discounts.
| Coin / Date | G-4 | VG-8 | F-12 | VF-20 | EF-40 | AU-50 | MS-63 | MS-65 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ★★★ 1933 GB Penny (7 known) | — | — | — | — | — | — | $200,000+ | — |
| ★★ 1703 VIGO Queen Anne Crown | $2,500 | $5,000 | $10,000 | $22,000 | $55,000 | $120,000 | — | — |
| Common Victorian Crown (avg) | $18 | $32 | $58 | $110 | $260 | $600 | $1,800 | — |
| ★★★ 1913 Canadian 5¢ Broad Leaves | $3,000 | $6,000 | $12,000 | $25,000 | $60,000 | $130,000 | — | — |
| ★★★ 1930 Australian Penny | $5,000 | $9,500 | $18,000 | $38,000 | $90,000 | $200,000 | — | — |
| Athens Owl Tetradrachm (~450 BC) | $200 | $380 | $720 | $1,400 | $3,200 | $7,500 | $22,000 | — |
| Roman Gold Aureus (Julius Caesar avg) | $8,000 | $16,000 | $32,000 | $65,000 | $150,000 | — | — | — |
| ★★ 1616 Spain 8 Escudo Gold Cob | $3,500 | $7,000 | $14,000 | $30,000 | $70,000 | $150,000 | — | — |
| ★ China 1905 Dragon Dollar | $400 | $750 | $1,400 | $2,800 | $6,500 | $15,000 | $50,000 | — |
Did You Know?
10 Rare Coin Facts
- The 1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle sold at Sotheby's in 2021 for $18,872,250 — the highest price ever paid for any U.S. coin at auction.
- Only 15 known examples of the 1913 Liberty Head Nickel exist. One sold for $4.56 million in 2018. They were never officially authorized by the U.S. Mint.
- The 1804 Silver Dollar — nicknamed "The King of American Coins" — was actually struck in the 1830s as diplomatic gifts. Only 15 are known to exist.
- A 1943 Lincoln Cent struck in copper (instead of wartime zinc-coated steel) can be worth over $200,000. You can test yours with a magnet — copper cents won't stick.
- The most famous error coin in the world, the 1955 Doubled Die Lincoln Cent, was accidentally released into circulation through vending machines in New England — most were spent as pocket change.
- The 1894-S Barber Dime exists in only 9 confirmed examples. Legend says the San Francisco Mint superintendent gave three to his daughter and told her to save them — she spent at least one on ice cream.
- Ancient Roman gold coins called Aurei bearing Julius Caesar's portrait regularly sell for $100,000–$500,000, making them among the most liquid ancient investments in the world.
- The 1974-D Lincoln Cent struck in aluminum was a test piece — all were supposed to be returned to the Mint. One surfaced decades later; a congressional aide had kept it. The Mint eventually reclaimed it.
- The entire 1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle mintage of 445,500 coins was ordered melted during the gold recall. Only 13 specimens survived — 12 in the Smithsonian, and one legally privately owned.
- A complete Morgan Dollar date-and-mintmark set contains over 100 coins. A full set in MS-65 condition would cost well over $1 million — driven largely by just three Carson City issues.
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