1882 Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1882 Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1882 Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $257 · MS62 $2,342 · MS66 $4,580. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 17.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, purchase the Standard 1882 Three Cent Nickel at $255. The PROOF version at $373 offers superior mint state and presentation, appealing to serious collectors who value high-grade aesthetics. Casual collectors should opt for the Standard to own the piece affordably, while those seeking the highest collectible presentation should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Three Cent Nickel
- Year
- 1882
1882 Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1882 Three Cent Nickel runs around $257, a certified MS62 about $2342, and a high-grade MS66 commands $4580.
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 | $257 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $2,342 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $4,580 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value of an ungraded 1882 Three Cent Nickel?
- An ungraded 1882 Three Cent Nickel is currently valued around $257.
- How much more is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 grade is valued at $3520, significantly higher than the MS62 grade's $2320.
- What is the series information for this coin?
- This specific coin belongs to the Three Cent Nickel series and is from the year 1882.
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