1883 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1883 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1883 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $480 · MS62 $837. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 1.7× 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?
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 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1883 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel runs around $480, a certified MS62 about $837, 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
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $480 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $837 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $16.62 / $800 / $1,950 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 29, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $16.62–$1,949.99 (median $800.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value of an ungraded 1883 Three Cent Nickel?
- An ungraded 1883 Three Cent Nickel is valued around $465.
- How much more valuable is an MS62 grade compared to ungraded?
- An MS62 grade can fetch $736, which is significantly higher than the ungraded price.
- What year and series is this specific nickel?
- This item is an 1883 Three Cent Nickel.
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