1886 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1886 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1886 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $443 · MS62 $1,250. Prices updated August 2026.
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1886 Liberty Head V Nickel. Low Mintage Semi Key Date. G (Details)
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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 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1886 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel runs around $443, a certified MS62 about $1250, 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 | $443 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $1,250 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $58 / $195 / $850.22 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 30, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $58.00–$850.22 (median $195.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1886 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1886 Liberty Head Nickel is currently valued at $443.
- How much more valuable is the MS62 graded version?
- The MS62 graded version of the 1886 Liberty Head Nickel is valued at $1260.
- What year and series is this nickel?
- This item is the 1886 Liberty Head Nickel.