1873 [CLOSED 3] Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1873 [CLOSED 3] Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1873 [CLOSED 3] Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $32 · MS62 $300 · MS66 $2,736. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 85.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own the 1873 Three Cent Nickel, purchase the Standard for $25. The premium versions offer significant upgrades: CLOSED 3 PROOF is the most valuable at $346, while CLOSED 3 FS-301 commands $177. Collectors prioritizing rarity and presentation should pay for the PROOF or FS-301. Casual collectors aiming for minimal investment should stick to the Standard or CLOSED 3 options.
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Item details
- Series
- Three Cent Nickel
- Year
- 1873
1873 [CLOSED 3] Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1873 [CLOSED 3] Three Cent Nickel runs around $32, a certified MS62 about $300, and a high-grade MS66 commands $2736.
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 | $32 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $300 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $2,736 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for an ungraded 1873 Three Cent Nickel?
- An ungraded 1873 Three Cent Nickel currently has a resale value starting around $36.
- How much more is an MS66 graded coin worth compared to an ungraded one?
- An MS66 example is valued at $2826, significantly higher than the $36 starting price for ungraded coins.
- What is the difference in value between MS62 and MS66 grades for this coin?
- The MS62 grade is valued at $307, while the superior MS66 grade commands a much higher price of $2826.