1885 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1885 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1885 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $203 · MS62 $3,516 · MS66 $8,786. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 43.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own an 1885 Liberty Head Nickel, buy the Standard version for $175. The PROOF version at $1250 offers a superior presentation, typically involving special minting or packaging that appeals to top-tier collectors. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard to save money, while serious investors or display enthusiasts should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1885
1885 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1885 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $203, a certified MS62 about $3516, and a high-grade MS66 commands $8786.
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 | $203 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $3,516 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $8,786 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $1.79 / $19.95 / $106.4 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 20, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $1.79–$106.40 (median $19.95).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1885 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1885 Liberty Head Nickel can be found starting around $200.
- How much is an MS62 graded 1885 Liberty Head Nickel worth?
- An MS62 graded version of the 1885 Liberty Head Nickel is valued around $3516.
- What is the highest listed price for this specific coin?
- The highest listed price for the 1885 Liberty Head Nickel is $8786 for an MS66 example.
