Classic · $1
1872 Seated Liberty Dollar
$1 · Classic · Christian Gobrecht
Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Coin facts
- Denomination
- $1
- Metal
- silver
- Series
- Seated Liberty
- Year
- 1872
- Era
- Classic
Where to buy
Graded prices vary with grade and eye appeal, so rather than quote one value we point you to current certified listings across the major marketplaces:
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eBayPartner
Largest selection of graded slabs & raw coins
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AmazonPartner
Bullion, coin supplies & some certified coins
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Heritage Auctions
Premier numismatic auction house
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GreatCollections
Certified-coin auctions
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David Lawrence Rare Coins
Premier graded-coin retailer & weekly auctions
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APMEX
Major dealer — graded coins & bullion
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GovMint
Collectible & commemorative coins
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Modern Coin Mart
Certified modern & classic coins
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Littleton Coin
Popular collector dealer, beginner-friendly
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Liberty Coin
Long-established coin & bullion dealer
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JM Bullion
Bullion & certified coins
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BGASC
Bullion & certified coins
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Provident Metals
Bullion & collectible coins
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