1873 [CLOSED 3] Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value

Three Cent Nickel

What 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.

Series · Three Cent NickelYear · 1873
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Value by grade
$32
Ungraded
9.4×
$300
MS62
85.5×
$2,736
MS66

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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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

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ConditionValueBased on
Ungraded$32eBay sold comps
MS62$300eBay sold comps
MS66$2,736eBay 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.

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