1887 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1887 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1887 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $10 · MS62 $240 · MS66 $5,524. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 552.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own an 1887 Liberty Head Nickel, buy the Standard version for $19. The PROOF version at $367 offers superior mint condition and presentation, appealing to serious collectors who value high-grade specimens. Casual buyers should stick to the Standard coin to save money, while dedicated numismatists seeking top-tier examples should invest in the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1887
1887 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1887 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $10, a certified MS62 about $240, and a high-grade MS66 commands $5524.
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 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $240 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $5,524 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price range for an 1887 Liberty Head Nickel?
- Ungraded examples of the 1887 Liberty Head Nickel are available at a lower entry point, while graded coins command higher prices.
- How much is an MS62 1887 Liberty Head Nickel worth?
- An MS62 graded 1887 Liberty Head Nickel is valued at $245.
- What is the highest recorded value for this coin?
- The highest recorded value for this coin is $5,524 for an MS66 example.