1890 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1890 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1890 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $8 · MS62 $220 · MS66 $1,869. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 233.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own an 1890 Liberty Head Nickel, the Standard version at $10 is the cheapest route. The PROOF version at $355 offers a superior presentation, likely featuring special minting or packaging that collectors prize. Casual owners should stick to the Standard, while serious collectors seeking display quality should invest in the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1890
1890 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1890 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $8, a certified MS62 about $220, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1869.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $220 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,869 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1890 Liberty Head Nickel?
- The ungraded 1890 Liberty Head Nickel starts at a lower value, allowing for entry into this collectible series.
- How much is an MS62 graded 1890 Liberty Head Nickel worth?
- An MS62 graded 1890 Liberty Head Nickel is currently valued at $249.
- What is the highest recorded price for this nickel in high grade?
- The highest recorded price for the 1890 Liberty Head Nickel is $1862 for an MS66 example.