1876 [PROOF] Shield Nickel — Coin Value
Shield NickelWhat the 1876 [PROOF] Shield Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1876 [PROOF] Shield Nickel value — Ungraded $475 · MS62 $1,464. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 3.1× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
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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
- Release date
- January 1, 1876
1876 [PROOF] Shield Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1876 [PROOF] Shield Nickel runs around $475, a certified MS62 about $1464, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.
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 | $475 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $1,464 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $15 / $183 / $1,200 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 29, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $15.00–$1,200.00 (median $183.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value difference between an ungraded and MS62 1876 Shield Nickel?
- An ungraded 1876 Shield Nickel starts around $475, whereas a graded MS62 copy is valued at $1440.
- Is the 1876 Shield Nickel a rare coin?
- Yes, the 1876 Shield Nickel is a collectible item with varying market values depending on its grade.
- What is the series for this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Shield Nickel series and is from the year 1876.
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