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:
8927
Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1880
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:
1880
Denomination:
$5
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
3,166,400
Coinage Type:
Five Dollar Gold Half Eagle
Coinage Years:
1866-1908
Composition:
90% gold; 10% copper
PCGS #:
8351
Subscribe to View
View more data, info, and visualizations. Get access to retail and wholesale pricing as well as auction data.
Coin Value History
1880 $5 MS
Value By Grade
1880 $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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$50,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $42,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
1880 $5 AU50 NGC. NGC Census: 57 in 50, 3310 finer (7/26). CDN: $977.67 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU50. Mintage 3,166,436. ...
$1,000
1880 $5 MS63 PCGS. CDN: $1,227.96 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 3,166,436. ...
$1,220
1880 $5 MS61 PCGS. CDN: $1,177.01 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS61. Mintage 3,166,436. ...
$1,281
1880 Liberty Head Half Eagle. MS-65 (NGC).
$2,400
1880 $5 -- Cleaned -- ANACS Details. MS60. Mintage 3,166,436....
$720
1880 $5 MS62 NGC. Mintage 3,166,436. ...
$690
1880 $5 MS64 NGC. NGC Census: (98/28). PCGS Population: (140/23). CDN: $695 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 3,166,436...
$900
1880 $5 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (337/2933). NGC Census: (561/2320). CDN: $490 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 3,1...
$600
1880 Liberty Head Half Eagle. AU-55 (PCGS).
$600
1880 Liberty Head Half Eagle. AU Details--Graffiti (PCGS).
$552
1880 Liberty Head Half Eagle. MS-66 (PCGS). CAC. CMQ. OGH Rattler.
$48,000
1880 Liberty Head Half Eagle. EF-45 (PCGS).
$552
Treasure of Forrest Fenn. 1880 $5 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (102/3062). PCGS Population: (115/3274). CDN: $440 Whsle. Bid fo...
$2,040
1880 $5 XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population: (53/3581 and 0/130+). NGC Census: (14/3261 and 0/20+). CDN: $430 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCG...
$480
1880 $5 --Rims Filed--ANACS. VF30 Details. NGC Census: (5/1595). PCGS Population (2/844). Mintage: 3,166,436. Numismedia Ws...
$150
1880 $5 VF35 ANACS. ...
$126
1880 $5 VF20--Cleaned--ANACS, XF Details. The current Coin Dealer Newsletter (Greysheet) wholesale "bid" price is $120.00....
$126
1880 $5 --Damaged, Cleaned--ANACS, VF Details, Net VG8, a ... (3 coins)
$328
1880 Liberty Head Half Eagle. AU-50 (PCGS).
$660
1880 Liberty Head Half Eagle. MS-63 (PCGS). CAC.
$1,080
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
