1869 Seated Liberty Dollar

$205 – $77,650

The 1869 Seated Liberty Dollar was minted at the Philadelphia Mint with a mintage of 327,951. Values range from $205 in lower grades to $77,650 in top condition.

1869 | P | Mintage: 327,951

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Avg: $8,675 High: $77,650 Low: $98 11 total data points

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade
Grade	Value
Good (G-4) Major design elements visible but heavily worn	$205
Very Good (VG-8) Design clear, moderate to heavy wear	$265
Fine (F-12) Even wear on high points, all lettering visible	$395
Very Fine (VF-20) Light to moderate wear on high points	$505
Extremely Fine (EF-40) Light wear on highest points only	$655
About Uncirculated (AU-50) Traces of wear on highest points	$1,100
Mint State (MS-60) No wear, may have marks or reduced luster	$1,650
Choice (MS-63) Moderate marks, good eye appeal	$3,325
Gem (MS-65) Best Value Strong luster, light marks in non-focal areas	$9,575
Superb Gem+ (MS-67) Above average strike, virtually flawless	$77,650

Under $100 $100 - $1,000 Over $1,000

Coin Specifications

Year

1869

Mint

Mintage

327,951

Composition

90% Silver, 10% Copper

Weight

26.73

Diameter

38.1

Edge

Reeded

Designer

Engraved by Mint Engravers

Series

Seated Liberty (1836-1891)

PCGS #

3820

About the Seated Liberty Dollar

The Seated Liberty Dollar debuted in 1840 to replace the Gobrecht Dollar. Christian Gobrecht designed the coin using the same motif he created for smaller denominations. The obverse shows Liberty seated on a rock, holding a pole with a liberty cap. The reverse features a heraldic eagle with wings spread. Gobrecht worked as the Chief Engraver at the Philadelphia Mint and earned the commission due to his long tenure and technical skill. In 1866, the Mint added the motto 'In God We Trust' to the reverse above the eagle. This change followed the Civil War and reflected a shift in national sentiment. The series ended in 1873 when the Coinage Act of 1873 removed the silver dollar from production. This act paved the way for the Trade Dollar, which the government designed specifically for commerce in Asia.

Collecting Seated Liberty Dollar Coins

Focus on coins in Very Good or Fine condition to keep costs manageable for your budget. The 1846-O and 1859-S are expensive rarities, so start your collection with common dates like 1871 or 1872. Watch for cleaned or polished surfaces, as many of these silver coins lost their original luster to improper maintenance. Counterfeits exist for the key dates, so buy only coins graded by reputable third-party services like PCGS or NGC.

This series includes key dates — check individual coin pages for rarity details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 1869 Seated Liberty Dollar worth? +

A 1869 Seated Liberty Dollar is worth between $205 and $77,650 depending on condition. Coins in higher grades (MS-65 and above) command significant premiums.

How many 1869 Seated Liberty coins were made? +

The Philadelphia Mint produced 327,951 1869 Seated Liberty coins. Lower mintage numbers generally correlate with higher collector value.

Is the 1869 Seated Liberty Dollar a key date? +

The 1869 Seated Liberty Dollar is not considered a key date or semi-key date. However, condition is always important. A common-date coin in exceptional condition can still be quite valuable.

How much is an 1869 Seated Liberty Dollar worth? +

In low grades like Good-4, this coin typically sells for around $400 to $500. High-grade specimens in Mint State condition command prices well into the thousands depending on the specific surface quality.

Is the 1869 Seated Liberty Dollar considered rare? +

The 1869 Seated Liberty Dollar is a low-mintage coin compared to other years in the series. While it is not the rarest date, its production of 327,951 coins makes it significantly harder to locate than the 1871 or 1872 issues.