1876 Shield Nickel — Coin Value
Shield NickelWhat the 1876 Shield Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1876 Shield Nickel value — Ungraded $36 · MS62 $320 · MS66 $5,124. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 142.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, grab the Standard 1876 Shield Nickel for $38. The PROOF version at $475 offers superior minting quality, while the Double Die at $129 provides a unique, sought-after variation. Buyers prioritizing basic ownership should stick to the Standard, whereas those seeking investment appeal or visual rarity should pay the premium for the Double Die or PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Shield Nickel
- Year
- 1876
1876 Shield Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1876 Shield Nickel runs around $36, a certified MS62 about $320, and a high-grade MS66 commands $5124.
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 | $36 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $320 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $5,124 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1876 Shield Nickel?
- An ungraded 1876 Shield Nickel starts at approximately $35.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 is valued at $6286, significantly higher than the MS62 grade of $319.
- What is the specific series and year of this nickel?
- This item is the 1876 Shield Nickel from the Shield Nickel series.