As of May, 2024, a 1887/(6) 3 Cents Nickel, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $550.00 and $5,500.00, 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 $10,350.00 in the 11/21/2002 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 17.90 millimeters
Weight: 1.94 grams
Mintage: 2,960
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Liberty Head Three Cent Nickels 1865-1889

1887/(6) 3 Cents 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-675,500.00
MS-66+2,000.00
MS-661,750.00
MS-65+1,250.00
MS-651,000.00
MS-64+800.00
MS-64700.00
MS-63+600.00
MS-63550.00

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 State550.005,500.001,572.22

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 1887 Three Cent 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1887/(6) 3 Cents Nickel (Proof)80.00325.00350.002,500.00
1887 3 Cents Nickel (Regular Strike)350.001,050.001,100.0017,500.00
1887/6 3 Cents Nickel Overdate FS-301 (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2,750.002,750.00

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.

1887/(6) 3 Cents 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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$1,050.00

Lowest Sale Price
$10,350.00

Highest Sale Price
$2,301.89

Average Sale Price
$1,468.75

Most Recent Sale Price
19

Number of Sales
$43,736.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-684,800.004,800.004,800.00
MS-672,100.005,875.004,226.25
MS-661,050.0010,350.002,301.89
MS-65646.251,093.00854.67
MS-64480.00480.00480.00
MS-63431.00431.00431.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1887/(6) coin across various grades from MS-63 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $10,350.00.

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 1887/(6).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1887/(6) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 92.11% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Stack's/ANR with 2.63% / 2.63% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1887/(6) 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-68NGCHeritage Auctions4,800.0005/07/2023
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,468.7505/17/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions480.0001/03/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,050.0012/07/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions660.0011/02/2017
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,100.0009/07/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,465.0008/02/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,175.0004/26/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,116.2504/26/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5002/16/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,465.0002/16/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions5,875.0001/04/2017
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2501/04/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0010/31/2016
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers763.7510/12/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,762.5006/08/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,528.0006/05/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions1,035.0005/30/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0004/28/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0005/01/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0003/01/2009
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0003/01/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0003/07/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0001/01/2007
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions863.0007/07/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,645.0002/09/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0012/13/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0008/01/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0006/02/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,588.0002/23/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,400.0002/23/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,875.0002/01/2005
MS-65PCGSStack's/ANR750.0006/01/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions863.0011/07/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,875.0001/08/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions10,350.0011/21/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions851.0009/01/2002
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions891.0006/09/2002