As of May, 2024, a 1867 Nickel Rays in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $30,000.00 and $75,000.00, 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 $78,200.00 in the 01/08/2008 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 20.50 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 60
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Shield Five Cents 1866-1883

1867 Nickel Rays (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6675,000.00
MS-65+55,000.00
MS-6545,000.00
MS-64+42,500.00
MS-6440,000.00
MS-63+38,500.00
MS-6337,500.00
MS-62+32,500.00
MS-6230,000.00

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 State30,000.0075,000.0044,000.00

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 1867 Shield 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1867 Nickel Rays (Regular Strike)40.00650.00700.0045,000.00
1867 Nickel No Rays (Regular Strike)35.00190.00200.005,500.00
1867 Nickel No Rays – Pattern Rev (Proof)N/AN/A10,000.0022,500.00
1867 Nickel No Rays (Proof)300.00350.00375.005,500.00
1867 Rays Nickel RPD FS-301 (Regular Strike)3,500.004,500.00N/AN/A
1867 Rays Nickel DDO & RPD FS-302 (002.4) (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,750.001,750.00
1867 Nickel No Rays RPD FS-1308 (Regular Strike)300.00375.00N/AN/A
1867/1867 Nickel No Rays RPD FS-1301 (Regular Strike)750.001,500.005,000.006,500.00
1867 Nickel No Rays DDO & RPD FS-1102 (Regular Strike)450.00450.00N/AN/A
1867 Nickel No Rays, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A850.008,000.00
1867 Nickel No Rays, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A3,250.0045,000.00
1867 Nickel Rays, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A45,000.0075,000.00
1867 Nickel No Rays – Pattern Rev, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A7,500.0025,000.00

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.

1867 Nickel Rays (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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$40.00

Lowest Sale Price
$78,200.00

Highest Sale Price
$51,418.84

Average Sale Price
$32,400.00

Most Recent Sale Price
28

Number of Sales
$1,439,727.50

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6640,800.0070,500.0059,028.13
MS-6540.0078,200.0051,418.84
MS-64+31,200.0041,125.0036,162.50
MS-6490.0057,500.0040,009.67
MS-632,530.0036,800.0025,774.29
MS-6215,275.0025,300.0019,460.50
MS-61288.00288.00288.00
MS-6010,925.0022,325.0016,833.33

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1867 Nickel Rays (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-60 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65 having the highest max price $78,200.00.

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 1867 Nickel Rays (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1867 Nickel Rays (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 31.94% share, followed by Bowers & Merena / Stack's Bowers with 31.94% / 16.67% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1867 Nickel Rays (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-63PCGSHeritage Auctions23,400.0001/14/2024
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions32,400.0001/15/2023
MS-61ANACSStack's Bowers288.0009/21/2022
MS-63PCGSDavid Lawrence RC33,300.0005/15/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions28,800.0010/18/2020
MS-64+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions41,125.0012/12/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions40,800.0008/18/2019
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers24,000.0010/30/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions36,000.0006/17/2018
MS-64+PCGSHeritage Auctions31,200.0003/29/2018
MS-63PCGSBonham's25,740.0009/05/2017
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions15,275.0007/07/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions27,025.0003/03/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions25,850.0008/16/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions34,075.0008/16/2015
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers38,187.5005/15/2015
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers55,812.5008/06/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions49,937.5004/23/2014
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions70,500.0002/27/2014
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers49,937.5002/05/2014
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions22,325.0002/03/2014
MS-64NGCStack's Bowers32,900.0007/27/2013
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers58,750.0001/01/2013
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers55,812.5011/16/2012
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers69,000.0008/04/2012
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers74,750.0008/04/2012
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers70,500.0006/29/2012
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers49,937.5006/29/2012
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC37,375.0006/02/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions34,500.0008/11/2010
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena34,500.0008/07/2010
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena54,050.0002/15/2010
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena54,625.0001/05/2010
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena60,375.0008/05/2009
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena35,938.0008/05/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions37,375.0004/01/2009
MS-63NGCStack's32,200.0003/01/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions37,375.0001/01/2009
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions69,000.0010/01/2008
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena41,975.0009/01/2008
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena52,900.0007/26/2008
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena46,000.0007/26/2008
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena51,750.0006/01/2008
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena63,250.0006/01/2008
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions21,275.0004/01/2008
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena57,500.0002/28/2008
MS-62PCGSBowers & Merena18,400.0001/08/2008
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena78,200.0001/08/2008
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions25,300.0001/01/2008
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena66,000.0011/15/2007
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena50,600.0008/04/2007
MS-62PCGSBowers & Merena17,538.0010/27/2006
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena66,125.0008/16/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions46,000.0004/26/2006
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries57,500.0001/02/2006
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities62,100.0005/25/2005
MS-64NONEStack's57,500.0003/01/2005
MS-60ANACSHeritage Auctions17,250.0011/07/2003
MS-63PCIStack's2,530.0010/16/2003
MS-63NONEStack's36,800.0010/16/2003
MS-60NONEBowers & Merena10,925.0007/30/2003
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries69,000.0005/27/2003
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena51,750.0003/13/2003
MS-64NONEBowers & Merena36,800.0001/03/2001
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries66,125.0010/01/2000
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena46,000.0008/09/2000
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions18,975.0006/01/1998
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions26,450.0007/30/1997
MS-65NONEBowers & Merena57,200.0005/20/1996
MS-64NONEBowers & Merena11,550.0003/01/1988
MS-65NONEB. Max Mehl40.0006/01/1941
MS-64NONENumismatic Gallery90.0005/01/1941