1873 Shield Nickel — Coin Value
Shield NickelWhat the 1873 Shield Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1873 Shield Nickel value — Ungraded $22 · MS62 $676 · MS66 $3,918. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 178.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Standard for $17. Premium versions offer significant differences: the LARGE/SMALL FS-1301 commands $3000 for a high-grade example, while the CLOSED 3 PROOF at $632 signifies a rare, specialized minting process. If you prioritize owning the item over investment potential, buy the Standard. If you seek top-tier scarcity and condition, the premium versions are for serious collectors.
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Item details
- Series
- Shield Nickel
- Year
- 1873
1873 Shield Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1873 Shield Nickel runs around $22, a certified MS62 about $676, and a high-grade MS66 commands $3918.
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 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $676 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $3,918 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1873 Shield Nickel?
- An ungraded 1873 Shield Nickel starts at a value of $23.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 is valued at $3,570, significantly higher than the MS62 grade of $681.
- What is the highest recorded value for this coin?
- The highest recorded value for the 1873 Shield Nickel is $3,570 for an MS66.
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