Seated Liberty Half
1862 Seated Liberty Half
half-dollar·Mint: P (Philadelphia)·90% silver·Mintage: 253,550
Circ. from
$32
Gem uncirc.
$2,800
Melt floor
$11.34
0.3600 oz × $31.5/oz
Price estimates — not financial advice. Values are based on published price guides and recent sales data. Coin grade dramatically affects value. Always verify with a trusted dealer or third-party grading service before buying or selling.
Price by Grade
| Grade | Quality | Est. Value |
|---|---|---|
| G-4 | Good | $32 |
| VG-8 | Very Good | $42 |
| F-12 | Fine | $58 |
| VF-20 | Very Fine | $85 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine | $140 |
| MS-62 | Mint State | $375 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated | $700 |
| MS-65 | Gem Uncirculated | $2,800 |
Source: published price guides (USA Coin Book / PCGS). Values are estimates and may not reflect current market conditions.
Melt floor: Prices include intrinsic metal value (0.3600 oz silver). Marked grades are worth more melted than as collector coins.
Historical Context
Historical context for the 1862 Seated Liberty Half is being researched.
Era notes and collector context coming soon.
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