1888 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1888 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1888 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $21 · MS62 $380 · MS66 $7,053. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 335.9× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the Standard 1888 Liberty Head Nickel for $22. The DOUBLE DIE FS-101 at $1500 and the PROOF at $289 offer significant premiums related to specialized mintage and presentation. Casual collectors should stick to the Standard version to save money, while serious investors seeking high-grade examples or specific varieties should consider the more expensive DOUBLE DIE or PROOF options.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1888
1888 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1888 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $21, a certified MS62 about $380, and a high-grade MS66 commands $7053.
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 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $380 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $7,053 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1888 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1888 Liberty Head Nickel starts at a value of $16.
- How much is an MS66 graded 1888 Liberty Head Nickel worth?
- The MS66 condition for the 1888 Liberty Head Nickel commands a high value of $7053.
- What is the price point for an MS62 example of this nickel?
- An MS62 graded 1888 Liberty Head Nickel is currently valued at $348.