1879 Shield Nickel — Coin Value
Shield NickelWhat the 1879 Shield Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1879 Shield Nickel value — Ungraded $672 · MS62 $1,718 · MS66 $5,864. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 8.7× 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?
If your goal is simply to own an 1879 Shield Nickel, the Standard version at $700 is the most economical choice. The PROOF version at $863 offers a higher quality collectible presentation, typically featuring superior minting and packaging. Casual collectors should opt for the Standard, while serious investors or display enthusiasts should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Shield Nickel
- Year
- 1879
- Release date
- January 1, 1879
1879 Shield Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1879 Shield Nickel runs around $672, a certified MS62 about $1718, and a high-grade MS66 commands $5864.
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 | $672 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $1,718 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $5,864 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $999 / $1,980 / $1,980 | 2 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 25, 2026, 2 live eBay listings ask $999.00–$1,980.00 (median $1,980.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of an ungraded 1879 Shield Nickel?
- An ungraded 1879 Shield Nickel currently has a resale value starting around $691.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 grade commands a significantly higher price, reaching $6405 compared to the MS62 grade's $1720.
- Is the 1879 Shield Nickel a good investment?
- Yes, the wide range in value, from $691 (Ungraded) to $6405 (MS66), indicates strong potential for collectors.
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