1909 Liberty Head Nickel — Coin Value
Liberty Head NickelWhat the 1909 Liberty Head Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1909 Liberty Head Nickel value — Ungraded $8 · MS62 $198 · MS66 $4,313. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 539.1× raw.
Live on eBay right now
Which version do you have?
If you just want the 1909 Liberty Head Nickel, the Standard version at $7 is the cheapest way to own it. The PROOF version at $358 offers a superior finish and collectible presentation, appealing to serious collectors. Buyers focused on owning the basic coin should stick to the Standard. Those seeking investment value or display quality should pay the premium for the PROOF.
▍
Price data verified against · 1
Item details
- Series
- Liberty Head Nickel
- Year
- 1909
1909 Liberty Head Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1909 Liberty Head Nickel runs around $8, a certified MS62 about $198, and a high-grade MS66 commands $4313.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $198 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $4,313 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1909 Liberty Head Nickel?
- An ungraded 1909 Liberty Head Nickel can be found starting at approximately $6.
- How much is a high-grade MS66 1909 Liberty Head Nickel worth?
- A pristine MS66 condition 1909 Liberty Head Nickel has a high resale value of $4306.
- What is the price difference between MS62 and MS66 for this coin?
- The MS62 grade is valued at $153, significantly lower than the $4306 valuation for MS66.