1869 [PROOF] Shield Nickel — Coin Value
Shield NickelWhat the 1869 [PROOF] Shield Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1869 [PROOF] Shield Nickel value — Ungraded $545 · MS62 $2,585. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 4.7× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
1869 Shield Nickel PROOF Superb Gem BU PR++ Cameo U.S. 5c Type Coin (Raw15171)
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own an 1869 Shield Nickel, the Standard version at $12 is the cheapest route. The PROOF version at $545 offers superior quality and collectible presentation, appealing to serious collectors. Buyers prioritizing basic ownership should stick to the Standard. Those seeking the premium aesthetic and higher investment potential should opt for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Shield Nickel
- Year
- 1869
- Release date
- January 1, 1869
1869 [PROOF] Shield Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1869 [PROOF] Shield Nickel runs around $545, a certified MS62 about $2585, 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 | $545 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $2,585 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $15 / $58 / $630 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 27, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $15.00–$630.00 (median $58.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded 1869 Shield Nickel?
- An ungraded 1869 Shield Nickel is currently valued around $472.
- How much more is an MS62 graded Shield Nickel worth?
- The MS62 grade commands a significantly higher price, listed at $2562.
- What is the specific series for this 1869 coin?
- This coin belongs to the Shield Nickel series from the year 1869.