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Most Valuable Half dollars

Top 25 half dollars worth the most money, ranked by highest recorded value

The most valuable half dollars are coins that stand out for their rarity, historical significance, and collector demand. Low mintage figures, key date status, mint errors, and exceptional condition all contribute to higher values. Below are the top 25 half dollars ranked by their highest recorded price across all grades.

1

1820 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date

Mintage: 449,332

1820 · P

Up to $485,450

2

1809 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date

Mintage: 819,477

1809 · P

Up to $481,775

3

1815 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date

Mintage: 931,083

1815 · P

Up to $470,825

Top 25 Most Valuable Half dollars

1

1820 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date

1820 · P · Mintage: 449,332

$625 - $485,450 View →
2

1809 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date

1809 · P · Mintage: 819,477

$625 - $481,775 View →
3

1815 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date

1815 · P · Mintage: 931,083

$565 - $470,825 View →
4

1813 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date

1813 · P · Mintage: 663,966

$610 - $438,375 View →
5

1817 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date

1817 · P · Mintage: 853,066

$555 - $416,400 View →
6

1807 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Semi-Key

1807 · P · Mintage: 186,992

$205 - $190,650 View →
7

1822 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Semi-Key

1822 · P · Mintage: 563,810

$150 - $131,000 View →
8

1825 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Semi-Key

1825 · P · Mintage: 775,171

$150 - $111,175 View →
9

1897-S Barber Half Dollar

Key Date

1897 · San Francisco · Mintage: 933,900

$88 - $103,375 View →
10

1811 Capped Bust Half Dollar

1811 · P · Mintage: 373,075

$105 - $91,475 View →
11

1893-S Barber Half Dollar

Key Date

1893 · San Francisco · Mintage: 1,826,000

$100 - $90,700 View →
12

1827 Capped Bust Half Dollar

1827 · P · Mintage: 627,523

$125 - $82,200 View →
13

1892-S Barber Half Dollar

Key Date

1892 · San Francisco · Mintage: 2,268,000

$65 - $78,900 View →
14

1904-S Barber Half Dollar

Key Date

1904 · San Francisco · Mintage: 2,788,000

$63 - $75,875 View →
15

1914 Barber Half Dollar

Key Date

1914 · Philadelphia (no mint mark) · Mintage: 124,610,000

$53 - $73,500 View →
16

1838 Capped Bust Half Dollar (Reeded Edge)

1838 · No Mint Mark (Philadelphia) · Mintage: 3,546,000

$105 - $71,675 View →
17

1915 Barber Half Dollar

Key Date

1915 · Philadelphia (no mint mark) · Mintage: 138,820,000

$62 - $62,125 View →
18

1913 Barber Half Dollar

Key Date

1913 · Philadelphia (no mint mark) · Mintage: 188,627,000

$63 - $60,800 View →
19

1964 Heavily Doubled Die Proof Kennedy Half Dollar

Key Date

1964 · Philadelphia · Mintage: Unknown

$500 - $50,000 View →
20

1921 Walking Liberty Half Dollar

Key Date

1921 · P · Mintage: 246,000

$175 - $23,725 View →
21

1921 D Walking Liberty Half Dollar

Key Date

1921 · D · Mintage: 208,000

$195 - $20,725 View →
22

1921 S Walking Liberty Half Dollar

Key Date

1921 · S · Mintage: 548,000

$81 - $13,525 View →
23

1919 D Walking Liberty Half Dollar

Key Date

1919 · D · Mintage: 1,165,000

$105 - $12,925 View →
24

1916 S Walking Liberty Half Dollar

Key Date

1916 · S · Mintage: 508,000

$100 - $12,375 View →
25

1919 S Walking Liberty Half Dollar

Key Date

1919 · S · Mintage: 1,552,000

$96 - $12,300 View →

Why These Half dollars Are Valuable

Background on the most sought-after half dollars and what drives their value.

#1 1820 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date
Mintage: 449,332 Up to $485,450

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

#2 1809 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date
Mintage: 819,477 Up to $481,775

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

#3 1815 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date
Mintage: 931,083 Up to $470,825

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

#4 1813 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date
Mintage: 663,966 Up to $438,375

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

#5 1817 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Key Date
Mintage: 853,066 Up to $416,400

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

#6 1807 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Semi-Key
Mintage: 186,992 Up to $190,650

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

#7 1822 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Semi-Key
Mintage: 563,810 Up to $131,000

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

#8 1825 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Semi-Key
Mintage: 775,171 Up to $111,175

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

#9 1897-S Barber Half Dollar

Key Date
Mintage: 933,900 Up to $103,375

The 1897-S is a rare key date with only 933,900 pieces minted.

#10 1811 Capped Bust Half Dollar

Mintage: 373,075 Up to $91,475

Early U.S. coinage - highly collectible

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Frequently Asked Questions

What half dollars are worth the most money? +
The most valuable half dollars include key dates with very low mintages, coins from branch mints (especially Carson City, San Francisco, and New Orleans), and coins preserved in exceptional condition. The list above ranks the top 25 by highest known value across all grades.
How do I know if my half dollar is valuable? +
Check the date, mint mark, and condition of your half dollar. Coins that appear on key date lists typically carry the highest premiums. Even common-date coins can be valuable in high grades (MS-65 and above). For a quick assessment, use our free coin scanner to identify your coin and get an estimated value.
Where can I sell valuable half dollars? +
Valuable half dollars can be sold through major auction houses like Heritage Auctions and Great Collections, reputable coin dealers, online marketplaces like eBay, or at local coin shows. For coins worth $100 or more, professional grading from PCGS or NGC is recommended to maximize your selling price.