The 1872 Seated Liberty silver dollars he value as numismatic coins. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
Type: Seated Liberty Dollar Year: 1872 Face Value: $1.00 Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper Silver Weight: .77344 oz. Total Weight: 26.73 grams Current Silver Bullion Value: $32.28
The US minted the 1872 silver dollar with no mint mark and also the 1872 CC silver dollar and 1872 S silver dollar. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin below the eagle.
Series Location Quantity Minted 1872 Philadelphia 1,105,500 1872 CC Carson City 3,150 1872 S San Francisco 9,000 ValueThis coin in circulated condition is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $32.28. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $41.73 per ounce.
The 1872 silver dollar with no mint mark is worth around $395 in very good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $495. In extremely fine condition the value is around $725. In uncirculated condition the price is around $2,100 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $4,250.
The 1872 CC silver dollar is worth around $3,000 in very good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $4,750. In extremely fine condition the value is around $9,750. In uncirculated condition the price is around $21,500 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $120,000.
The 1872 S silver dollar is worth around $950 in very good condition. In very fine condition the value is around $1,750. In extremely fine condition the value is around $2,500. In uncirculated condition the price is around $12,000 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 63 can sell for around $33,500.
Proof coins with no mint mark are ailable and they are each valued at around $4,100 in PR 63 condition. There were 950 proof coins minted.
Grading SystemVery good- The word "LIBERTY" on the shield is mostly complete.
Very fine- The word "LIBERTY" on the shield is strong but the ribbon shows slight wear.
Extremely fine- The horizontal lines on the shield are distinct. The eagle's eye is plain.
MS 60 uncirculated- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.
MS 63 choice uncirculated- In the major focal areas there are some blemishes or contact marks. The coin's luster might not be as prominent.
PR 63 proof- This coin has reflective surfaces and only a few blemishes away from the major focal points. There are no major flaws.
Sources:
The Red Book
See also:
1871 Silver Dollar 1870 Silver Dollar