1885 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1885 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1885 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $571 · MS62 $883. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS62 premium on this card is 1.5× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Expired listings — price reference
1885 Three Cent Nickel 3CN ~ NGC MS63 ~ Very Rare Key Date ~ Only 1000 Minted
1885 THREE CENT NICKEL SPECTACULAR FINEST KNOWN POP 2/0—NGC PF 68⭐️ STAR CAMEOeBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
Which version do you have?
For the lowest entry point, purchase the Standard 1885 Three Cent Nickel at around $737. The PROOF version, priced at $571, offers a higher quality presentation, typically involving specialized minting and packaging, which collectors value for aesthetic appeal and display. Buyers prioritizing ownership on a budget should opt for the Standard, while those seeking a premium collectible should invest in the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Three Cent Nickel
- Year
- 1885
- Release date
- January 1, 1885
1885 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1885 [PROOF] Three Cent Nickel runs around $571, a certified MS62 about $883, 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 | $571 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $883 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $389.99 / $2,450 / $18,400 | 11 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 27, 2026, 11 live eBay listings ask $389.99–$18,400.00 (median $2,450.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded 1885 Three Cent Nickel?
- The ungraded 1885 Three Cent Nickel is currently valued at $570.
- How much more is an MS62 graded version worth?
- An MS62 graded example of the 1885 Three Cent Nickel is valued at $864.
- What is the series for this specific coin?
- The series for this coin is the Three Cent Nickel.
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