As of May, 2024, a 1908 Nickel, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $400.00 and $25,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $8,625.00 in the 05/01/2009 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Charles E. Barber
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 1,620
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Liberty Head Five Cents 1883-1913

1908 Nickel, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-6825,000.00
MS-67+6,500.00
MS-674,000.00
MS-66+2,500.00
MS-661,250.00
MS-65+1,100.00
MS-65800.00
MS-64+650.00
MS-64500.00
MS-63+450.00
MS-63400.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State400.0025,000.003,922.73

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1908 Liberty Nickel. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1908 Nickel (Regular Strike)10.00110.00120.0025,000.00
1908 Nickel (Proof)150.00225.00250.0011,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1908 Nickel, Cam (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$646.25
Lowest Sale Price
$4,168.75
Highest Sale Price
$1,703.75
Average Sale Price
$1,086.88
Most Recent Sale Price
35
Number of Sales
$59,631.16
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-688,225.008,225.008,225.00
MS-672,056.258,625.004,120.43
MS-66+900.003,818.752,540.50
MS-66646.254,168.751,703.75
MS-65460.00978.00618.89
MS-64259.00369.00306.31

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1908 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $8,625.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1908 Nickel, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1908 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 76.83% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Legend Rare Coin Auctions with 8.54% / 8.54% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1908 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions336.0012/01/2021
MS-66+NGCStack's Bowers2,520.0003/31/2021
MS-67PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,702.5005/14/2020
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,160.0004/26/2020
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,086.8803/26/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,200.0002/23/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,860.0001/12/2020
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,233.7512/12/2019
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,938.7509/26/2019
MS-67PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,467.5009/26/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0005/01/2019
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions900.0002/03/2019
MS-67PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,230.0007/26/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,020.0004/29/2018
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions780.0002/22/2018
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions998.7508/02/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,233.7508/02/2017
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers3,525.0008/01/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,762.5001/04/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0006/08/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,230.0004/27/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0001/06/2016
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,056.2512/03/2015
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions8,225.0010/29/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0010/29/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions270.2507/28/2015
MS-67NGCGoldberg Auctioneers2,467.5006/01/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions822.5001/07/2015
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions517.0001/07/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions822.5001/07/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2501/07/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,002.2801/07/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,553.1310/27/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,057.5009/04/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,527.5009/04/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,055.0008/05/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions940.0007/10/2014
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions3,818.7506/04/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions5,581.2504/23/2014
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers2,173.7503/27/2014
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,168.7512/19/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,938.0009/25/2013
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,528.0003/21/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,938.0003/21/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,233.0002/07/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,173.0002/07/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions8,225.0001/09/2013
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers317.2511/16/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,819.0009/06/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,350.0008/02/2012
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers7,931.2506/29/2012
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers2,937.5006/29/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0004/18/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,450.0012/08/2011
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers4,025.0011/15/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions978.0008/11/2011
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0008/11/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,185.0004/27/2011
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,025.0004/27/2011
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC369.0001/20/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions299.0007/08/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0002/03/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,064.0007/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions8,625.0005/01/2009
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions978.0005/28/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0001/09/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions546.0005/15/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions4,600.0005/01/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions5,175.0005/01/2007
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers575.0002/13/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0005/04/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0005/04/2005
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena5,520.0001/09/2005
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC2,473.0011/28/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,323.0011/04/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,277.0005/05/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0003/29/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,006.0002/25/2004
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions495.0011/07/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions259.0011/07/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions460.0008/06/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0002/01/2003

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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