1868 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value

Three Cent Nickel

What the 1868 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).

1868 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $232 · MS62 $2,062. Prices updated July 2026.

Series · Three Cent NickelYear · 1868
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Which version do you have?

For the lowest cost to own an 1868 Three Cent Nickel, purchase the Standard version for around $18. The PROOF version, valued at $232, offers a higher quality strike and specialized packaging, appealing to serious collectors. Casual buyers seeking basic ownership should stick to the Standard. Those prioritizing investment appeal and pristine condition should allocate the extra funds for the PROOF.

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Series
Three Cent Nickel
Year
1868

1868 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value

A raw (ungraded) 1868 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel runs around $232, a certified MS62 about $2062, 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

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ConditionValueBased on
Ungraded$232eBay sold comps
MS62$2,062eBay sold comps

Frequently asked questions

What is the estimated value of an ungraded 1868 Three Cent Nickel?
An ungraded 1868 Three Cent Nickel is valued at approximately $232.
How much is an MS62 graded 1868 Three Cent Nickel worth?
A Three Cent Nickel in MS62 condition is valued at $2084.
What year and series is this nickel?
This is an 1868 Three Cent Nickel.

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