1891 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1891 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1891 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $7 · MS62 $212 · MS66 $1,997. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 285.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own an 1891 Liberty Head Nickel, purchase the Standard version for $5. The PROOF version at $304 offers a higher-grade finish and presentation, appealing to serious collectors. If your goal is mere ownership, stick to the Standard. If you seek a display-worthy piece reflecting better mint quality, the PROOF version warrants the significant investment.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1891
1891 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1891 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $7, a certified MS62 about $212, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1997.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $212 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,997 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1891 Liberty Head Nickel?
- Ungraded examples of the 1891 Liberty Head Nickel are available starting at $6.
- How much is a high-grade MS66 1891 Liberty Head Nickel worth?
- An MS66 graded 1891 Liberty Head Nickel commands a significant value of $1984.
- What is the series and year for this coin?
- This coin is part of the Liberty Head Nickel series and was minted in the year 1891.