1887 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1887 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1887 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $359 · MS62 $927. Prices updated August 2026.
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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 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1887 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel runs around $359, a certified MS62 about $927, 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 | $359 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $927 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $3.99 / $18.95 / $659.95 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 2, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $3.99–$659.95 (median $18.95).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1887 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1887 Liberty Head Nickel is currently valued around $372.
- How much more is an MS62 graded version worth?
- The MS62 grade for this 1887 Liberty Head Nickel is valued at $1050.
- What year is this specific Liberty Head Nickel?
- This specific Liberty Head Nickel is from the year 1887.