1880 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value

Three Cent Nickel

What the 1880 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).

1880 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $350 · MS62 $663. Prices updated July 2026.

Series · Three Cent NickelYear · 1880
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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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Series
Three Cent Nickel
Year
1880

1880 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value

A raw (ungraded) 1880 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel runs around $350, a certified MS62 about $663, 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

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ConditionValueBased on
Ungraded$350eBay sold comps
MS62$663eBay sold comps
Live asking — low / typical / high$43 / $675 / $1,25020 live eBay listings

Market check: As of August 3, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $43.00–$1,249.95 (median $675.00).

Frequently asked questions

What is the approximate value of an ungraded 1880 Three Cent Nickel?
An ungraded 1880 Three Cent Nickel is valued around $394.
How much more is an MS62 graded version worth?
The MS62 graded version of the 1880 Three Cent Nickel is valued at $661.
What is the series for this 1880 coin?
The series for this coin is the Three Cent Nickel.

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