1875 Shield Nickel — Coin Value
Shield NickelWhat the 1875 Shield Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1875 Shield Nickel value — Ungraded $28 · MS62 $410 · MS66 $4,392. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 156.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own an 1875 Shield Nickel, purchase the Standard version at $43. The premium versions offer significant differences: the Double Die FS-101 ($138) and Double Die ($69) represent rarer, more sought-after strikes, while the PROOF ($1225) signifies a high-quality, specially produced collectible. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard, whereas serious investors should pay for the Double Die or PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Shield Nickel
- Year
- 1875
1875 Shield Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1875 Shield Nickel runs around $28, a certified MS62 about $410, and a high-grade MS66 commands $4392.
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 | $410 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $4,392 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1875 Shield Nickel?
- An ungraded 1875 Shield Nickel is valued at $34.
- How much more is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 is valued at $4,424, compared to $452 for the MS62 grade.
- What is the series for this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Shield Nickel series and is from the year 1875.