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The 1888 Liberty Nickel is of relatively average scarcity for the series and is actually very popular among the 1880's dates. Common through MS65 which is fairly tough in its own right. High-end gems are rare. Especially those without spotting and full striking.
Obverse Description
Lady Liberty with the word LIBERTY on her crown faces left with 13 stars around the periphery and the date positioned at the bottom center.
Reverse Description
Large V (roman numeral 5) is centered in the design surrounded by an ornate wreath with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * CENTS * around the periphery. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM appears near the top between the wreath and letters STATES OF AME.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2953
Designer:
Charles E. Barber
Obverse Designer:
Charles Barber
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1888
Reverse Designer:
Charles Barber
Reverse Lettering:
V, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, CENTS
Weight (gr):
5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1888
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
10,167,901
Coinage Type:
Liberty head nickel
Coinage Years:
1883-1912
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3849
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Coin Value History
1888 5c MS
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1888 5c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$11,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $7,500 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1888 5C MS63 PCGS. CDN: $300 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 10,720,483. ...
$390
1888 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: 54 in 58 (1 in 58+), 573 finer (12/25). CDN: $210 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintag...
$232
1888 5C XF40 PCGS. PCGS Population: 24 in 40, 712 finer (12/25). CDN: $135 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS XF40. Mintage 10,720,483...
$159
1888 5C AU55 ANACS. Mintage 10,720,483. ...
$175
1888 5C MS66 NGC. NGC Census: (15/0). Mintage 10,720,483. ...
$3,120
1888 5C Doubled Die Obverse, DDO-002, Repunched Date, RPD-003, MS64 ANACS. Mintage 10,720,483.Flynn Reference and Cro...
$552
1888 5C AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: (15/608). NGC Census: (6/401). CDN: $188 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mintage 10,720,4...
$176
1888 5C XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population: (23/631). NGC Census: (10/410). CDN: $150 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS XF45. Mintage 10,720,...
$154
1888 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (86/27). NGC Census: (46/13). CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 10,7...
$780
1888 5C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (13/344). PCGS Population: (1/524). CDN: $255 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS61. Mintage 10,720,48...
$240
1888 5C VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (9/390). PCGS Population: (21/668). CDN: $105 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS VF30. Mint...
$89
1888 5C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (3/361). PCGS Population: (12/575). CDN: $170 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS AU50. Mi...
$138
1888 5C MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (56/430). NGC Census: (41/274). CDN: $260 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS MS62. Mi...
$276
1888 5C VF35 PCGS. PCGS Population: (19/534). NGC Census: (4/360). Mintage 10,720,483. ...
$114
1888 5C MS60 NGC. NGC Census: (2/309). PCGS Population (3/405). Mintage: 10,720,483. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free...
$182
1888 5C VF25 PCGS. PCGS Population (9/475). NGC Census: (3/321). Mintage: 10,720,483. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem fre...
$92
1888 5C Liberty Nickel -- Struck 10% Off Center -- VG10 NGC. ...
$218
1888 5C MS63 PCGS. Mintage 10,720,483. ...
$324
1888 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (51/553). Mintage 10,720,483. ...
$192
Lot of 1888 5c / 1876-CC 10c ANACS & PCGS XF Details (2 Coins Cleaned)
$155
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Worth: $3 – $2,600
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Worth: $1 – $3,600
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Worth: $8 – $3,600
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Worth: $8 – $12,000
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Worth: $125 – $26,000
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Worth: $58 – $35,000
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Worth: $5 – $10,000
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Worth: $5 – $12,000
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Worth: $3 – $12,000
1891 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $12,500
1892 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $26,400
1893 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $16,000
1894 5c MS
Worth: $5 – $12,000
1895 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $21,500
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