1901 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1901 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1901 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $290 · MS62 $716. Prices updated August 2026.
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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 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1901 [PROOF] Liberty Head Nickel runs around $290, a certified MS62 about $716, 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 | $290 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $716 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $1.99 / $6 / $229.95 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 8, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $1.99–$229.95 (median $6.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1901 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1901 Liberty Head Nickel is currently valued around $290.
- How much more is an MS62 graded version worth?
- The MS62 graded version of the 1901 Liberty Head Nickel is valued at $715.
- What is the series and year of this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Liberty Head Nickel series and is from the year 1901.