1986 Ellis Island Commemorative Half Dollar Value (Mint Condition)

The 1986 Ellis Island commemorative half dollar was issued in two finishes by the U.S. Mint:

Mintages & Marks

• Proof (San Francisco Mint, "S" mint mark) — 6,925,627 minted
• Uncirculated (Philadelphia Mint, no mint mark) — 2,347,216 minted

Current Market Values (Mint State / Proof 69–70)

• Proof: $12–$18 (raw), $25–$40 (graded PF70)
• Uncirculated: $8–$14 (raw), $20–$35 (graded MS70)

Key Factors

• Grade matters hugely: Raw coins trade near melt + small premium; certified PF/MS70 carry significant premiums.
• Packaging: Original Mint packaging (OMP) adds modest value.
• Silver content: 90% Ag, 0.3617 oz ASW — floor ~$8–9 at $24/oz Ag.

Buying/Selling Tips

Check eBay sold listings, Heritage Auctions, PCGS/NGC price guides for real-time data. Values fluctuate with silver spot and collector demand. Not a rare coin — high mintages mean value is primarily bullion + modest numismatic premium.