1859 Proof Seated Liberty Dollar
| Weight | 26.73 grams |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 256,500 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Silver, 10% Copper |
| Designer | Christian Gobrecht |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-4552 |
800 proof Seated Liberty dollars were struck in 1859, a sharp increase from the 210 proofs of 1858. The Mint was now actively selling proof coins to collectors through formalized channels, and the higher output reflects growing demand. The 1859 proof is more available than earlier dates in the proof series, though "available" still means fewer than 800 coins spread across more than 160 years of collecting.
The proof format shows the seated Liberty design at its finest: fully struck, deeply mirrored, and preserved in the condition intended by the Mint's die preparation.
| 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.
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