1901 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1901 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1901 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $5 · MS62 $131 · MS66 $802. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 160.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own a 1901 Liberty Head Nickel, buy the Standard version for around $3. The PROOF version at $290 offers a superior finish and collectible presentation, which is what the premium price buys. Casual collectors wanting the basic coin should stick to the Standard. Serious investors or those seeking display quality should pay the premium for the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1901
1901 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1901 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $5, a certified MS62 about $131, and a high-grade MS66 commands $802.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $131 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $802 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded 1901 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1901 Liberty Head Nickel starts at approximately $15.
- How much is a high-grade MS66 1901 Liberty Head Nickel worth?
- A high-grade MS66 1901 Liberty Head Nickel commands a value of $821.
- What is the price difference between MS62 and MS66 for this coin?
- The MS62 grade is valued at $128, while the superior MS66 grade is worth $821.