Whitman Expo
Demand for early copper and Colonial-era numismatic treasures drives strong results in Heritage Auctions' July 13 Early Copper & Colonial U.S. Coins Showcase Auction
Thank you to our sponsors!
Go check them out!
Obverse Description
Christian Gobrecht's portrait of Liberty is surrounded by 13 stars with the date centered at the bottom.
Reverse Description
Heraldic eagle holding arrows and branch in its claws is centered in the design with the words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * FIVE D. around the periphery. Mintmark (if any) is located under the eagle's claws.
Catalog Information
GSID:
9056
Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1873
Reverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, IN GOD WE TRUST, FIVE D.
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
8.359 gr
Weight (oz):
0.2688 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.2419 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
21.6
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1873-S
Denomination:
$5
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
31,000
Coinage Type:
Five Dollar Gold Half Eagle
Coinage Years:
1866-1908
Composition:
90% gold; 10% copper
PCGS #:
8332
Subscribe to View
View more data, info, and visualizations. Get access to retail and wholesale pricing as well as auction data.
Coin Value History
1873-S $5 MS
Value By Grade
1873-S $5 MS
CPG (retail) values
Currency
Grade Range
Grading Authority
Sort by
Pricing
Values
Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS61 |
|
$21,500 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $18,000 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1873-S $5 AU55 PCGS. The San Francisco Mint struck a meager 31,000 half eagles in 1873. Western commerce at the time typica...
$4,392
1873-S Liberty Head Half Eagle. AU-53+ (PCGS). CAC.
$4,080
1873-S $5 XF40 NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (3/12). Mintage 31,000. ...
$1,860
1873-S $5 AU58 PCGS. CAC....
$10,200
1873-S $5 MS61 NGC....
$13,200
1873-S $5 VF30 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (1/19). Mintage 31,000. ...
$1,320
1873-S Liberty Head Half Eagle. Unc Details--Damage (PCGS).
$5,880
1873-S $5 XF45 NGC. NGC Census: (16/59). PCGS Population: (21/33). CDN: $1,600 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS XF45. Mintage 31,000...
$1,620
1873-S $5 PCGS AU50
$2,125
1873-S $5 VF20 NGC. NGC Census: (4/104). PCGS Population: (9/107). CDN: $700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF20. Mintage 31,000. ...
$720
1873-S $5 PCGS/CAC VF35
$1,100
1873-S $5 VF25 NGC. NGC Census: (4/90). PCGS Population: (10/82). CDN: $575 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS VF25. Mint...
$504
1873-S $5 VG8 PCGS. PCGS Population: (1/112). NGC Census: (1/105). Mintage 31,000. ...
$396
1873-S $5 NGC/CAC Good-04
$500
1873-S $5 Good 6 NGC. NGC Census: (0/111). PCGS Population (1/92). Mintage: 31,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free ...
$460
1873-S $5 AG3 NGC. NGC Census: (1/109). PCGS Population (0/88). Mintage: 31,000. (#8332)...
$345
1873-S $5 F12 ICG. NGC Census: (3/106). PCGS Population (3/74). Mintage: 31,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in...
$310
1873-S $5 F15 ICG. NGC Census: (5/101). PCGS Population (3/61). Mintage: 31,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $429.(#8332)...
$345
1873-S $5
$253
1873-S $5 NGC AU55
$3,330
Liberty Gold Half Eagle $5 Motto, 1866-1908 MS [Type]
Worth: $946 – $275,000
1866 $5 Motto MS
Worth: $1,170 – $43,200
1866-S $5 Motto MS
Worth: $1,190 – $18,000
1867 $5 MS
Worth: $1,750 – $66,000
1867-S $5 MS
Worth: $985 – $20,000
1868 $5 MS
Worth: $975 – $50,000
1868-S $5 MS
Worth: $1,065 – $168,000
1869 $5 MS
Worth: $1,170 – $38,000
1869-S $5 MS
Worth: $975 – $24,000
1870 $5 MS
Worth: $1,035 – $21,600
1870-CC $5 MS
Worth: $9,500 – $252,000
1870-S $5 MS
Worth: $1,050 – $28,800
1871 $5 MS
Worth: $1,030 – $18,000
1871-CC $5 MS
Worth: $1,400 – $96,000
1871-S $5 MS
Worth: $975 – $35,000
Greysheet News
Early American Copper Coins Lead Heritage's July Showcase Auction to More Than $436,000
7/17/2026
Astonishing Discovery Proof 1824/1 Overdate Half Dollar in Scotsman Auction
First known proof example of Overton 101 variety surprisingly found in consignor's collection.
7/15/2026
Best of the Mint Program Kicks Off
In continuing celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary in 2026, the United States Mint will embark on a "Best of the Mint" program.
7/13/2026
Events
Midlands Coin Club Coin, Currency and Collectibles Show - SC
Location: Medallion Center
Friday, May 1, 2026
