1898 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1898 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1898 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $401 · MS62 $774. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
If you simply want to own an 1898 Liberty Head Nickel, the Standard version at $4 is the cheapest route. Paying more for the PROOF at $401 or FS-301 at $140 buys you graded quality and specialized presentation, not inherent rarity difference here. Casual collectors should stick to Standard, while serious investors seeking high-grade examples should consider the FS-301 or PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1898
1898 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1898 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel runs around $401, a certified MS62 about $774, 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 | $401 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $774 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $2.48 / $5.5 / $525 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 31, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $2.48–$525.00 (median $5.50).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1898 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1898 Liberty Head Nickel is currently valued starting at $401.
- How much more valuable is an MS62 grade compared to ungraded?
- The MS62 grade of the 1898 Liberty Head Nickel is valued at $774, significantly higher than the ungraded price.
- What year and series is this coin?
- This coin is from the 1898 series and is identified as a Liberty Head Nickel.