1883 Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1883 Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1883 Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $476 · MS62 $2,336 · MS66 $71,656. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 150.5× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
1883 Three 3 Cent Nickel 3CN- Fine/VF Details, Dark/Black Business Strike
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own the 1883 Three Cent Nickel, purchase the Standard version at $546. The PROOF version at $480 offers a premium presentation, typically better striking or specialized packaging, though the price difference is small. Buyers prioritizing the lowest entry cost should choose Standard, while those wanting the superior collectible presentation should opt for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Three Cent Nickel
- Year
- 1883
- Release date
- January 1, 1883
1883 Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1883 Three Cent Nickel runs around $476, a certified MS62 about $2336, and a high-grade MS66 commands $71656.
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 | $476 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $2,336 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $71,656 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $26.99 / $80 / $1,950 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 30, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $26.99–$1,949.99 (median $80.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1883 Three Cent Nickel?
- An ungraded 1883 Three Cent Nickel currently has an estimated value of $474.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 grade compared to an MS62 grade?
- An MS66 grade is valued at $74,121, significantly higher than the MS62 grade's value of $2,336.
- What is the year and series of this collectible coin?
- This coin is from the Three Cent Nickel series and was minted in the year 1883.
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