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It can't be a Trade Dollar. That coin was specially produced during the years 1873-1885 for use in international commerce, and carry the wording TRADE DOLLAR on the reverse. All $1 coins minted in 1897 were Morgan dollars, named for their designer.
The various Guinea coins were no longer minted after 1813, but the value represented by the Guinea (21 Shillings) continued to be used for many more years. 45 Guineas GBP in 1897 had the purchasing power of about £3,572 GBP today. NOTE - This historical conversion is the result of many calculations and considerations by a purpose designed program for which I can take no credit. The resulting answer should only be regarded as an approximation.
Assuming the coin is circulated and has no mintmarks, the 1879 Morgan is a common date. For an accurate assessment of value the coin needs to be seen and graded. Most coins of this year have seen heavy use and show a lot of wear. In general retail values for low grade coins are $31.00-$33.00, better grade are $34.00-$35.00 and coins showing almost no wear run from $36.00-$41.00. Values are a market average and only for coins in collectible condition, coins that are bent, corroded, scratched or have been cleaned have far less value if any to a collector or dealer.
First you need to check the back, above the "DO" in DOLLAR, for a mintmark. There may be a small "O", "S", or "CC" there. There may also be nothing there. In average circulated condition, with a "CC" mintmark, it's worth $70-$75. With any other (or no) mintmark, it's worth $8-$10 In almost uncirculated condition, with a "CC" mintmark, it's worth about $150. With any other (or no) mintmark, it's worth $15-$25 An uncirculated coin will be worth about $250 with a "CC" mintmark, $100 with an "O" mintmark, or $35 with an "S" (or no) mintmark.
John Davison Rockefeller I (July 8, 1839 - May 23, 1937) was an American oil magnate. Rockefeller revolutionized the petroleum industry and defined the structure of modern philanthropy. In 1870, he founded the Standard Oil Company and aggressively ran it until he officially retired in 1897.
How much would an 1897 indain head penny be worth today in 2012
A dollar.
$27 to $42,000
$500 from 2010 would be worth $11,700 in 1897.
As of today bullion value is $541.00. Retail values for circulated coins are $600.00-$750.00 with uncirculated coins at $830.00+
The Dominion of Canada 2 Dollar note was issued with three different signatories and is worth between $10,000 and $30,000 in uncirculated condition. A Very Good condition would be worth $350 to $5,000 depending on specific issue.
About a dollar depending on condition and that isn't a rare year for Indian heads
Assuming it's circulated and no mint mark $20.00 to $40.00 in collectible condition.
The 1897-S Morgan is a high mintage, common issue. Retail values run from $32.00-$45.00 for circulated coins.
You have in your possession a 1897 Coronet Head $5 Half Eagle - if this coin is in fine condition (F12), its value is: $250.
With the date of 1897 the coin is a Barber Half dollar and values for most circulated coins runs from $13.00-$192.00 depending on the grade. With that price range I suggest having it graded by a collector or dealer for a better idea of value.
$260.00 to $380.00 in circulated condition with a bullion value of $250.00 as of today.