1883 [PROOF] Shield Nickel — Coin Value
Shield NickelWhat the 1883 [PROOF] Shield Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1883 [PROOF] Shield Nickel value — Ungraded 322,5 € · $372 · MS62 736,89 € · $850. Prices updated Juli 2026.
Converted from USD at the ECB reference rate — sold comps are US-market sales.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own an 1883 Shield Nickel, purchase the Standard version for around $48. The PROOF version, valued at $372, offers a superior finish and presentation, appealing to serious collectors. If budget is the main concern, stick to the Standard. Those prioritizing display quality and investment potential should opt for the PROOF.
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- PriceCharting — 1883 [PROOF] Shield Nickel322,68 € · $372.21
Item details
- Series
- Shield Nickel
- Year
- 1883
1883 [PROOF] Shield Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1883 [PROOF] Shield Nickel runs around $372, a certified MS62 about $850, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | 322,5 € · $372 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | 736,89 € · $850 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | 39,01 € / 147,37 € / 1.214 €$45 / $169.99 / $1,400 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 2, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $45.00–$1,400.00 (median $169.99).
Häufige Fragen
- What is the difference in value between the ungraded and MS62 versions?
- The MS62 graded version is significantly more valuable, priced at $850 compared to the $372 for an ungraded coin.
- Is the 1883 Shield Nickel a rare collectible?
- As an 1883 Shield Nickel, it is a specific year and series coin that holds distinct market value depending on its grade.
- What is the starting price for this 1883 Shield Nickel?
- Ungraded examples of the 1883 Shield Nickel are currently valued starting around $372.