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 * @ 2 1/2 D. around the periphery. Mintmark (if any) is located under the eagle's claws.
Catalog Information
GSID:
8312
Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1887
Reverse Designer:
Christian Gobrecht
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 2 1/2 D.
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
4.18 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1344 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.121 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
18
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Coin Date:
1887
Denomination:
$2 1/2
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
6,160
Coinage Type:
Gold Quarter Eagle
Coinage Years:
1839-1907
Composition:
90% gold; 10% silver & copper
PCGS #:
7839
Subscribe to View
View more data, info, and visualizations. Get access to retail and wholesale pricing as well as auction data.
Coin Value History
1887 $2 1/2 MS
Value By Grade
1887 $2 1/2 MS
CPG (retail) values
Currency
Grade Range
Grading Authority
Sort by
Pricing
Values
Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS66 |
|
$24,000 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $20,000 | $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 |
1887 $2 1/2 MS65 NGC. ...
$8,239
1887 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. NGC Census: 57 in 58, 131 finer (11/25). CDN: $950 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 6,160. ...
$1,068
1887 $2 1/2 AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: 9 in 53, 201 finer (10/25). CDN: $753.49 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mintage 6,16...
$750
1887 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. MS-61 (NGC).
$1,140
1887 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. MS-63 (PCGS).
$1,560
1887 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. MS-62 (PCGS).
$1,320
1887 $2 1/2 -- Rims Filed -- ANACS. Unc Details, Net MS60. Mintage 6,160....
$780
1887 $2 1/2 AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (35/162). Mintage 6,160. ...
$1,020
1887 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. AU Details--Cleaned (NGC).
$576
$2.50 1887 PCGS AU50 OGH
$734
1887 $2 1/2 MS64+ NGC. CAC. ...
$7,500
1887 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. MS-66 (NGC).
$14,400
1887 $2 1/2 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details Net XF45. NGC Census: (1/149). PCGS Population (2/133). Mintage: 6,160. Numismedia ...
$207
1887 $2 1/2
$190
1887 $2 1/2
$80
1887 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. MS-65 (NGC).
$7,800
1887 $2 1/2 AU58 NGC. Ex: The Peh Family Collection. NGC Census: (56/127). CDN: $950 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage ...
$960
1887 $2 1/2 AU53 NGC. NGC Census: (3/142). PCGS Population (4/117). Mintage: 6,160. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin...
$374
1887 $2 1/2 MS61 PCGS. PCGS Population: (16/103). Mintage 6,160. ...
$1,170
1887 Liberty Head Quarter Eagle. MS-63 (PCGS).
$2,400
Liberty Gold Quarter Eagle $2 1/2 1840-1907 MS [Type]
Worth: $533 – $26,000
1840 $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $743 – $44,000
1840-C $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $1,800 – $30,000
1840-D $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $4,250 – $144,000
1840-O $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $573 – $42,500
1841 $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $125,000 – $336,000
1841-C $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $2,000 – $62,400
1841-D $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $3,600 – $86,400
1842 $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $2,000 – $50,000
1842-C $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $2,300 – $120,000
1842-D $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $2,400 – $54,000
1842-O $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $543 – $48,000
1843 $2 1/2 MS
Worth: $533 – $20,000
1843-C $2 1/2 Large Date MS
Worth: $1,300 – $42,000
1843-C $2 1/2 Small Date MS
Worth: $2,250 – $39,000
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
