1894 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1894 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1894 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $12 · MS62 $546 · MS66 $2,233. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 186.1× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own an 1894 Liberty Head Nickel, buy the Standard version for $10. The PROOF version at $371 offers a premium presentation, usually involving superior striking or packaging, appealing to serious collectors. If your goal is basic ownership, stick to the Standard. If you seek display quality or investment potential, the significant jump to the PROOF version is warranted.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1894
1894 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1894 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $12, a certified MS62 about $546, and a high-grade MS66 commands $2233.
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 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $546 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $2,233 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1894 Liberty Head Nickel?
- Ungraded 1894 Liberty Head Nickels are currently valued starting around $10.
- How much more is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 grade is valued at $2225, significantly higher than the $512 price point for an MS62.
- What is the specific year and series for this coin?
- This coin is from the 1894 series and is identified as a Liberty Head Nickel.