Ethereum Classic Price
Ethereum Classic Price
The Ethereum Classic price today is $9.24 USD, down 3.74% over the last 24 hours. ETC has traded between $8.98 and $9.53 today, with a market cap of $1.46 billion.
Track the live Ethereum Classic price and see exactly what one ETC is worth in US dollars. We put the live chart, core market stats, and clear explanations on one page for you. You’ll get the numbers in seconds. Then we’ll walk you through what drives ETC, so every chart move makes sense.
What Is Ethereum Classic?
Ethereum Classic is the original Ethereum blockchain, which has been running since July 2015, with ETC as its coin. Developers build on it for smart contracts and dApps. In 2016, attackers exploited The DAO, stealing 3.6 million ETH. Most supported a hard fork to undo this, resulting in Ethereum (ETH). A group opposed, valuing permanent records and ‘code is law,’ keeping the original chain alive as Ethereum Classic. This history shapes ETC holders’ focus on immutable records and causes ETC’s price to react to its own news rather than Ethereum’s.
Ethereum Classic vs. Ethereum: Key Differences
The key difference is that Ethereum Classic still relies on proof-of-work mining, while Ethereum moved to proof-of-stake in September 2022.
| Feature | Ethereum Classic (ETC) | Ethereum (ETH) |
| Origin | Original 2015 chain | 2016 fork after The DAO hack |
| Consensus | Proof of work (mining) | Proof of stake (since September 2022) |
| Supply cap | 210.7 million ETC | No fixed cap |
| Block time | About 13 seconds | About 12 seconds |
| Governance | Open “do-ocracy,” no official team | Large core developer community |
| Smart contracts | Yes (EVM compatible) | Yes |
For you as a holder, security is where the two chains split most. ETC depends on miners. ETH depends on validators who stake coins. Once Ethereum dropped mining, a wave of miners pointed their hardware at ETC. That shift made ETC the largest smart contract network still running on proof-of-work.
Live Ethereum Classic Price Today
Right now, one ETC is worth $9.24 USD, or 0.0001106 BTC.
Our price box follows the Ethereum Classic price USD rate 24 hours a day. At a glance, you get the latest price, the daily change, and today’s low and high. We pull fresh data every [60 seconds], so the figures you rely on are never out of date.
Ethereum Classic Price Chart (ETC/USD)
Our ETC/USD chart shows you how the Ethereum Classic price has moved over any period, from one day to its full trading history.
Pick 1D, 1W, 1M, 1Y, or All. The shorter settings reveal daily ups and downs. The longer ones reveal the big-picture trend.
Each green candle marks a period that closed above its open. Each red candle marks a close below the open. The bars along the bottom show you how much ETC changed hands. A price jump backed by heavy volume tells you buyers or sellers meant business.
Ethereum Classic Price Performance
ETC is up 51.7% over the past year and 18.9% over the past 30 days.
| Time frame | Change |
| 1 hour | +2.1% |
| 24 hours | -3.7% |
| 7 days | +0.7% |
| 30 days | +18.9% |
| 1 year | +51.7% |
Over the past week, ETC edged up 0.7% while the overall crypto market slipped about 3.1%. You can use this view to judge ETC against Ethereum and the wider market. It shows you right away whether ETC is outperforming, underperforming, or simply moving with everything else.
Ethereum Classic Market Stats
Ethereum Classic has a market cap of $1.46 billion, a maximum supply of 210.7 million ETC, and about 158.3 million coins in circulation.
| Metric | Value |
| Market cap | $1.46 billion |
| 24h trading volume | $74.23 million |
| Fully diluted valuation (FDV) | $1.94 billion |
| Circulating supply | About 158.3 million ETC (75% of max) |
| Max supply | 210.7 million ETC |
| All-time high | $176.16 (May 6, 2021) |
| All-time low | $0.45 (July 25, 2016) |
| Market cap rank | #54 |
Let’s break these numbers down for you. Market cap multiplies the current price by the total number of coins in circulation, so it tells you how big ETC is. Trading volume reveals how active buyers and sellers were over the past day. FDV estimates ETC’s total worth if the full 210.7 million supply were already out in the market. Today, ETC sits about 95% below its all-time high.
ETC to USD Converter
One ETC equals about $9.24 USD today. Curious about the value of your holdings? Type any amount into our converter. Right now, 1 ETC also equals about €8.13, £6.98, ₹886.98, C13.11, A13.18, 0.0001106 BTC, or 0.003438 ETH. Every result uses the same live Ethereum Classic coin price shown at the top of this page.
What’s Moving the Ethereum Classic Price Right Now?
A late-September rally, a miner software rollback, and the 2026 block reward cut are the main forces behind ETC’s recent moves.
We refresh this section weekly, so you always know the story behind the numbers. Here are the updates on our radar as of September 29, 2026:
- Late-September rally: ETC jumped about 36.5% during the week leading up to September 24, 2026. A one-day pullback of roughly 11% followed.
- Miner client update: Around September 17, 2026, ETC miners rolled back a Core Geth v1.13.0 migration after developers raised a warning.
- Fund filings: In early July 2026, the Grayscale Ethereum Classic Trust filed an 8-K with the SEC.
- Supply cut: The network’s fifth block reward reduction took effect in late July 2026. We cover the details below.
ETC Supply, Block Rewards, and the 2026 “Fifteen”
ETC’s supply is capped at 210.7 million coins, with miner rewards decreasing by 20% every 5 million blocks. This schedule, adopted in 2017 as ECIP-1017, sets a fixed ETC payout per block. With blocks arriving every 13 seconds, reductions occur approximately every two years.
| Era | Starts at the block | Reward per block |
| 1 | 1 | 5 ETC |
| 2 | 5,000,001 | 4 ETC |
| 3 | 10,000,001 | 3.2 ETC |
| 4 | 15,000,001 | 2.56 ETC |
| 5 | 20,000,001 | 2.048 ETC |
| 6 | 25,000,001 | 1.6384 ETC |
The fifth reduction, called the “Fifthening,” occurred at block 25,000,001 in July 2026, reducing the reward from 2.048 to 1.6384 ETC. It limits the number of new coins entering the market, but demand ultimately determines Ethereum Classic’s price. This explains how supply impacts value.
How Do Ethereum Classic Mining and Security Work?
Ethereum Classic remains secure through proof-of-work mining, in which computers compete to add new blocks by solving complex puzzles. The first to solve it adds the block and collects rewards and fees. This makes chain rewriting costly for attackers. ETC has faced 51% attacks, notably in August 2020, when insufficient mining power left it vulnerable. After Ethereum stopped mining, much of that hashrate moved to ETC, improving its protection since 2020.
Is Ethereum Classic “Digital Gold”?
Many fans call ETC “digital gold” because its supply is capped and coins become scarcer over time. At Natural Resource Stocks, we cover gold and silver daily, so this comparison is common for us. Gold follows different rules—its global stock grows 1.5% to 2% annually with no cap, and it has thousands of years of trust as a store of wealth. While the comparison is helpful, it has limits. For scarcity, consider both assets. Visit our Gold and Silver Price pages for comparisons over time.
Ethereum Classic Price Prediction: What Shapes the Outlook
No one can forecast Ethereum Classic’s price with certainty, but you can watch the factors that tend to influence it. Many confident headlines about price predictions exist, but we don’t publish targets. Instead, here are the signals to monitor:
- Bitcoin’s direction: When Bitcoin leads the market, ETC usually follows.
- Hashrate: Growing mining power points to a stronger network.
- Reward cuts: Every reduction slows the flow of new coins.
- Liquidity: Shallow order books can amplify price swings.
- Fund activity: New filings or investment products can draw fresh interest.
- Upgrades: Software changes can affect both miners and users.
Treat this list as your personal filter. Next time you read an Ethereum Classic price prediction, check which of these factors it actually considers.
Risks You Should Know Before Buying ETC
ETC’s main risks include sharp price swings, past 51% attacks, and lower liquidity than Bitcoin or Ethereum. Its price can change 10%+ daily. Its history of 51% attacks shows reliance on mining. As a layer-1 blockchain, it faces scaling and data-growth issues. Invest only what you can afford to lose.
Where Can You Trade Ethereum Classic?
You can buy and sell Ethereum Classic on exchanges like Coinbase, Binance, Kraken, OKX, and KuCoin. Popular trading pairs include ETC/USDT, ETC/USD, ETC/BTC. Before signing up, compare fees and volume, and check whether the platform is available in your area. We mention these exchanges solely to assist you.
How Do You Store Ethereum Classic Safely?
Your ETC is safest in a wallet where only you hold the private keys. For long-term storage, consider a hardware wallet such as Ledger or Trezor. For daily use, mobile apps like Trust Wallet support ETC. We recommend you keep large balances off exchanges. Also, write down your recovery phrase and store it offline.
How We Source Our Ethereum Classic Price Data
Accuracy matters to us because we know you depend on it. Our Ethereum Classic price USD feed combines quotes from top exchanges into one average. All times on this page appear in Eastern Time. Our editors also review the written content every week. Want to compare more coins? Browse all our crypto charts.
Ethereum Classic Price FAQs
What Is the Ethereum Classic Price Today?
The Ethereum Classic price is $9.24 USD in September 2026, down 3.74% over the past 24 hours, with a range of $8.98 to $9.53. Our live box at the top shows the latest rate, updated regularly for current figures.
What Is Ethereum Classic’s All-Time High?
Ethereum Classic’s all-time high is $176.16, reached on May 6, 2021, according to CoinMarketCap. Current trading is about 95% below that record. Different trackers may show slightly varied peaks due to averaging across exchanges.
How Many Ethereum Classic Coins Are There?
Approximately 158.3 million ETC are in circulation out of a maximum of 210.7 million, about 75%. Miners add small amounts per block, with the amount decreasing after each reward cut. See live stats for the current circulating supply.
Is ERG the Ticker for Ethereum Classic?
No. Ethereum Classic’s ticker is ETC, while ERG is for a separate coin called Ergo. If you search for “Ethereum Classic ERG price USD,” use the ETC price. This applies to similar searches like “current Ethereum Classic ERG price USD” or “Ethereum Classic (ERG) price USD.” Always confirm the ticker before trading.
What Is the Difference Between ETC and ETH?
ETC is the original 2015 Ethereum chain and uses mining, while ETH switched to staking in 2022. ETH arose from the 2016 fork after the DAO hack. ETC caps at 210.7 million coins; ETH has no fixed limit. See our comparison table for details.
When Is the Next Ethereum Classic Reward Cut?
The next ETC reward cut will occur at block 30,000,001, around August 2028, reducing the reward 20% from 1.6384 to 1.311 ETC. ECIP-1017 triggers one of these cuts every 5 million blocks, with the last in July 2026.
What Affects the Ethereum Classic Coin Price?
The Ethereum Classic coin price follows Bitcoin’s trend, trading volume, hashrate, and reward cuts. Major news, such as fund filings or upgrades, also influences it. We monitor these in our weekly “What’s Moving” section.
Is Ethereum Classic a Good Investment?
Your goals and risk tolerance influence your decision. ETC has a capped supply, a decade-long track record, but also sharp price swings and security incidents. We advise weighing both sides before investing. This page is for information only, not financial advice.
How Do I Buy Ethereum Classic?
You can buy ETC in three steps: create an exchange account, deposit funds, and place an ETC order.
Coinbase and Kraken are two popular options. After your purchase, you can move your ETC to a personal wallet for extra security.
Disclaimer: We provide this page for informational purposes only. Nothing here is financial advice. Crypto prices can change quickly, so please do your own research before you invest.
