Pre-Confederation Coin Values
Market analysis based on 3,939 eBay listings for Pre-Confederation coinage.
What you'll usually pay
👉 In short easy summary
Value is concentrated in 20C denominations and Silver compositions, which show positive deltas of 40% and -13% respectively. Conversely, Large Cents and Bronze pieces are trading significantly below the market median with deltas as low as -69%.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by denomination
Why? Prices vary by rarity and demand, ranging from 15.47 for Large Cents to 69.71 for 20C coins.
Price by composition
Why? Material value drives the spread, with Steel at 213.39 and Nickel at 17.07.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a used Pre-Confederation coin?
The median price for used items in this category is 34.16.
Which denomination currently holds the highest median value?
The 20C denomination has the highest median value at 69.71.
How does the price of Silver composition coins compare to the overall market median?
Silver composition coins have a median of 43.25, which is slightly below the overall market median of 49.87.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $6–$357, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 15, 2026.