Value of V Nickels
The value of V nickels are 50 cents to $1.25 each. Also called Liberty Nickels, this price is for common date coins in "Good" or better condition.  Hopefully your coins date back to the early years of mintage, containing many rare and very valuable dates. For example, starting values for a heavily worn Liberty V Nickel dated before 1897 is $3. Discover an 1885 in your group and its scarcity commands at least $450. Another point to consider is the value of Liberty Nickels jumps dramatically as the "Grade" or condition improves. Collectors always desire coins in the best condition they can afford. Grading your coins is covered in more detail below.
The following chart clearly shows the value of V nickels is "condition" driven. Your chances of finding a rare date are not as good as finding a better grade coin. If you have the slightest doubt your Liberty Nickel is closer to a higher grade and the much higher value, have it graded by either NGC or PCGS.
The above are wholesale values. Computed from dealers price lists with various markup factors figured in. They reflect closely the value you would expect to receive when selling. Variations in value do occur subject to subtle grading points, collector demands and dealer needs. Additionally... NumisMedia publishes an extensive fair market value price guide, covering the retail Value of V Nickels in detail. Printable Coin Values Worksheet
Compare the condition of your coins to the images below. Assign each a grade. Notice the rise in values on the chart as the condition gets better. Line your V nickels in a row, putting the worst condition coins at one end and the best at the other. Focus your attention on the head band in Liberty's hair. As more letters in the legend "LIBERTY" show, the better the condition. No letters, Good condition, 3 letters VG condition, a full "LIBERTY" and your nickel is in Fine or better condition.  The difference in value of V nickels from one date and "grade" is often large. It is helpful to know grading a coin is not an exact science. It is your opinion, dealers and collectors have their own opinions... and they can all differ slightly. If you believe one of your coins is a rare date or in very high condition with a high value... Collectors and dealer consider PCGS and NGC as leaders in coin grading services. They both authenticate and grade your coin. The small fee you pay provides assurance you understand and receive the full value of your coin. Check a few rare coin dealers listings, look for those offering Liberty Nickels for sale. Their listings and prices usually include a notation of the PCGS or NGC assigned grade. Additionally... these coin dealers are potential buyers of your V nickels.
The one date dealers, collectors and you are looking for is the elusive 1885. Heavily worn and still worth $450. Discover one bright and like new, and it auctions for $1500 to $2000. Followed closely by the 1886. A popular, rare and always in demand Liberty Nickel. If this coin turns up in your box, and in better than Good condition. Expect $250 or more from most rare coin dealers. 1912 and the last date in the series... Don't over look the "S" mint mark. It indicates the coin was minted in San Francisco. Using a magnifying glass, find the "S" on the reverse, just to the left of "CENTS". The minimum value of a 1912-S in good condition is $120. To quickly understand some of the differences that make a coin valuable, visit rare coin dealer sites. Look for and compare coins similar to yours. Perhaps your V Nickels are the beginnings of a collection. One successful approach is to sell all your coins and use the proceeds to purchase one nice rare coin... the one you where hoping to find in the box. Pass the thrill of a rare and valuable coin on to your children. Take a minute and visit Joel Rettew's web site FastCoin.com. They are serious buyers of US coins. Additionally... they have many fascinating rare coins for sale.
With the value of V nickels starting at an affordable 50 cents. The fact they haven't been minted since 1912 and the current wave of design changes. All if this combined is bound to create renewed interest in Liberty Nickels. Sparking demand from seasoned and new collectors. Rising values are always the result. Stay current with coin values, return here whenever curious of the value of V nickels.  Return to... Old Nickel ValuesThe index page for the Shield, Liberty, Buffalo, Jefferson and Three Cent Nickels. Find the rare nickels in your box of old coins by matching your coins to the grading images and value charts. Looking for more than the value of V nickels? Go to the home page... Coin Values Discovery from the value of V Nickels
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