1886 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1886 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1886 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $86 · MS62 $1,695 · MS66 $13,783. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 160.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own the 1886 Liberty Head Nickel, purchase the Standard version at around $70. The PROOF version, priced at $443, buys you a superior, specially minted collectible presentation. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard for value, while serious numismatists seeking top-tier condition and presentation should invest in the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1886
1886 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1886 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $86, a certified MS62 about $1695, and a high-grade MS66 commands $13783.
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 | $86 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $1,695 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $13,783 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1886 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1886 Liberty Head Nickel starts at a value of $83.
- How much is an MS66 graded 1886 Liberty Head Nickel worth?
- An MS66 condition 1886 Liberty Head Nickel is valued at $13,783.
- What is the specific series and year for this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Liberty Head Nickel series and is from the year 1886.