1865 [PROOF] Shield Nickel — Coin Value
Shield NickelWhat the 1865 [PROOF] Shield Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1865 [PROOF] Shield Nickel value — Ungraded $16,495. Prices updated July 2026.
Series · Shield NickelYear · 1865
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Item details
- Series
- Shield Nickel
- Year
- 1865
- Release date
- January 1, 1865
1865 [PROOF] Shield Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1865 [PROOF] Shield Nickel runs around $16495, a certified MS62 about null, 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 | $16,495 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $12 / $12 / $12 | 1 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 16, 2026, 1 live eBay listing ask $12.00–$12.00 (median $12.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current estimated value of this 1865 Shield Nickel?
- The ungraded value for this 1865 Shield Nickel is currently listed at $16,495.
- Is the 1865 Shield Nickel considered a rare coin?
- Yes, the Shield Nickel from the year 1865 is a rare item in the coin collecting world.
- What series does this coin belong to?
- This specific coin belongs to the Shield Nickel series.
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