1871 Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1871 Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1871 Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $28 · MS62 $220 · MS66 $1,950. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 69.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own an 1871 Three Cent Nickel, the Standard version at $25 is the cheapest option. The PROOF ($195) and FS-101 ($44) versions offer enhanced presentation and grading, appealing to those who value condition or collectability. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard, while serious investors or display enthusiasts should pay the premium for the FS-101 or PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Three Cent Nickel
- Year
- 1871
1871 Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1871 Three Cent Nickel runs around $28, a certified MS62 about $220, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1950.
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 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $220 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,950 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1871 Three Cent Nickel?
- An ungraded 1871 Three Cent Nickel is currently valued around $32.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 is valued at $1946, significantly higher than the $220 valuation for an MS62.
- What is the series information for this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Three Cent Nickel series and is from the year 1871.
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