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1861 Proof Seated Liberty Dollar
Dollars · Seated Liberty Dollars · 1840–1873
| Weight | 26.73 grams |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 78,500 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Silver, 10% Copper |
| Melt Value | $58.50 (spot as of ) |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-4558 |
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About this coinHistory
1,000 proof Seated Liberty dollars were struck in 1861, the first year of the Civil War. Proof production continued at Philadelphia throughout the war, serving the collector market that persisted despite the conflict. The 1861 proof is collected both as a wartime coin and as a No Motto type proof. Surviving examples in high proof grades (PF64 and above) bring strong prices at auction.
Price GuideTypical retail prices for problem-free examples.
Educational
| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — |
This table is for educational purposes only and is intended to illustrate general market price trends and pricing steps between grades. Actual market conditions may vary significantly, especially for rarer pieces that often command premiums above the ranges shown here.
Other Varieties & References
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Key Varieties
No major varieties are known for this issue.
View all Seated Liberty Dollars varieties →References
- PCGS CoinFacts: Seated Liberty Dollars
- NGC Coin Explorer: Seated Liberty Dollars
- Heritage Auctions Archives
- Stack's Bowers Auction Archives
- A Guide Book of United States Coins (The Red Book)