1869 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1869 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1869 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $684 · MS62 $1,578. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 2.3× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
1869 3C Three Cent Nickel Beautiful AU With Toning on reverse.
1869 Three Cent Nickel 3CN PCGS PR64 – Low Mintage Proof Type Coin 
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own the 1869 Three Cent Nickel, purchase the Standard version for around $25. The PROOF version at $684 offers superior mint quality and presentation, appealing to serious collectors. If your goal is mere ownership, stick to the Standard. If you value top-tier condition and display quality, the significant premium for the PROOF is justified.
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Item details
- Series
- Three Cent Nickel
- Year
- 1869
- Release date
- January 1, 1869
1869 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1869 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel runs around $684, a certified MS62 about $1578, 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 | $684 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $1,578 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $8 / $42 / $2,970 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 25, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $8.00–$2,970.00 (median $42.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded 1869 Three Cent Nickel?
- An ungraded 1869 Three Cent Nickel is valued starting at $684.
- How much more is an MS62 graded example worth compared to ungraded?
- An MS62 graded coin is valued at $1572, significantly higher than the ungraded price.
- What is the series and year of this specific nickel?
- This coin is from the Three Cent Nickel series and is dated 1869.
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