1887 Three Cent Nickel — Coin Value
Three Cent NickelWhat the 1887 Three Cent Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1887 Three Cent Nickel value — Ungraded $558 · MS62 $840 · MS66 $3,071. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 5.5× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own it, purchase the Standard 1887 Three Cent Nickel at around $560. The PROOF version, priced at $487, offers a higher-quality strike and specialized packaging, appealing to those prioritizing presentation. Buyers focused purely on ownership should opt for the Standard, while those seeking collectible aesthetic value should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Three Cent Nickel
- Year
- 1887
- Release date
- January 1, 1887
1887 Three Cent Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1887 Three Cent Nickel runs around $558, a certified MS62 about $840, and a high-grade MS66 commands $3071.
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 | $558 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $840 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $3,071 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $20 / $1,100 / $11,995 | 11 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 27, 2026, 11 live eBay listings ask $20.00–$11,995.00 (median $1,100.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1887 Three Cent Nickel?
- An ungraded 1887 Three Cent Nickel starts with a resale value of $500.
- How much more is an MS66 graded copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- An MS66 example is valued at $2585, significantly higher than the $500 starting price for ungraded.
- What is the highest listed price for this specific 1887 series coin?
- The highest listed value for the 1887 Three Cent Nickel is $2585 for an MS66 grade.
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