1880 Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1880 Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1880 Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $296 · MS62 $437 · MS66 $1,190. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 4.0× raw.
Live on eBay right now
updated Aug 7Asking prices of these 12 listings: median $29.50 · mean $52.98 · range $9.95–$167.95
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Which version do you have?
If simply owning the 1880 Three Cent Nickel is the goal, buy the Standard version for $258. The PROOF version at $349 offers enhanced presentation and collectible appeal beyond basic ownership. Collectors prioritizing display quality and investment potential should pay the premium for the PROOF. Casual collectors looking for the lowest entry point should opt for the Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Three Cent Nickel
- Year
- 1880
1880 Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1880 Three Cent Nickel runs around $296, a certified MS62 about $437, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1190.
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 | $296 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $437 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,190 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $9.95 / $34.02 / $650 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 7, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $9.95–$650.00 (median $34.02).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value range for the 1880 Three Cent Nickel?
- The value ranges from $264 for ungraded examples to $1050 for MS66 graded coins.
- How does the MS62 condition affect the price?
- An MS62 graded 1880 Three Cent Nickel is valued at $407.
- Is the 1880 Three Cent Nickel a good investment?
- Yes, the wide price spread between ungraded and high-grade examples suggests potential investment value.
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