1899 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1899 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1899 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $6 · MS62 $126 · MS66 $754. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 125.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the 1899 Liberty Head Nickel, buy the Standard version for $11. The PROOF version at $315 offers a superior finish and presentation, appealing to serious collectors. Casual enthusiasts should stick to the Standard to save money, while dedicated numismatists seeking the highest quality should invest in the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1899
1899 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1899 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $6, a certified MS62 about $126, and a high-grade MS66 commands $754.
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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $126 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $754 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1899 Liberty Head Nickel?
- The ungraded 1899 Liberty Head Nickel starts at a value of $9.
- How much is a high-grade MS62 version of this nickel worth?
- An MS62 graded 1899 Liberty Head Nickel is valued at $135.
- What is the top market price for this specific coin?
- The highest recorded value for this coin is $754 for an MS66 grade.