Price Guide for 1874 Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $94.00 – $3,500.00Uncirculated: $4.50 – $74,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $149.59 – $1,060.00Uncirculated: $449.95 – $15,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $1,350.00Uncirculated: $1,500.00 – $125,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1.90 – $5,500.00Uncirculated: $253.00 – $31,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $100.99 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $73.96 – $3,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $125.00 – $1,100.00Uncirculated: $1,250.00 – $40,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3.00 – $3,400.00Uncirculated: $19.00 – $54,625.00
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eBayCirculated: $225.00 – $2,310.00Uncirculated: $1,076.30 – $5,780.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $175.00 – $2,850.00Uncirculated: $3,000.00 – $125,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $776.00 – $3,335.00Uncirculated: $5.25 – $28,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $611.00 – $1,600.00Uncirculated: $1,282.00 – $9,150.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1,050.00 – $2,350.00Uncirculated: $2,600.00 – $37,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,495.00 – $48,875.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2,125.00 – $5,700.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,800.00 – $52,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,025.00 – $31,775.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $7,250.00 – $45,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1874 Dollar
The 1874 Seated Liberty Dollar was part of the long-running Seated Liberty series, which began in 1840 and continued until 1873 for most denominations. However, the dollar denomination continued into 1874 and 1875 due to the Mint’s obligation to fulfill silver dollar orders placed before the Coinage Act of 1873 took effect. This Act effectively demonetized silver, making the 1874 dollar one of the last of its kind before the introduction of the Trade Dollar for international commerce.
| Weight | 26.73 grams |
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| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Mint Marks | CC, S |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Seated Liberty design, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
| Reverse Design | Eagle with shield, designed by Christian Gobrecht |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
Condition is crucial for the 1874 Seated Liberty Dollar. Higher grade examples, particularly those in Mint State, command significant premiums. The Carson City (CC) mintage is especially desirable in high grades due to its lower mintage and the popularity of Carson City coins among collectors.
Luster and strike quality play important roles in determining value. Coins with full, frosty luster and sharp details on Liberty’s head and the eagle’s feathers are highly sought after. Natural toning, if present, can enhance desirability, particularly if it’s attractive and even across the surface.
Mintage: 1,591,425
Rarity Scale: Scarce
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 2,549,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade examples
Mintmark is a significant factor for the 1874 dollar. The Carson City (CC) issue is generally more valuable than the San Francisco (S) issue due to its lower mintage and the mystique associated with the Carson City Mint.
Die varieties, while not as prominent as in some other years, can affect value. Collectors should look for doubled dies or repunched mintmarks, which can command premiums.
The historical context of this coin, being one of the last Seated Liberty Dollars before the shift to Trade Dollars, adds to its appeal among collectors and historians of American coinage.
