1867 Shield Nickel - No Rays
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $8,225
- Sold
- Grade
- MS66
- Auction house
- Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1867 Shield Nickel - No Rays, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, is part of the Shield Nickels 1866-1883 collection. The Philadelphia Mint struck 28,890,500 No Rays Shield nickels dated 1867. The obverse features a large Union shield with a motto ribbon and crossed arrows behind it and the reverse displays a large numeral 5 within a circle of stars, without rays. The rays between the stars were removed early in 1867 to reduce die cracking. Both With Rays and Without Rays varieties exist for 1867. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 20.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #3794.
External References
Error Varieties(24)
CU-5c-1867-05 Cud
CU-5c-1867-15 Cud
CU-5c-1867-16R Cud
PC-5c-1867-12 Pre-Cud
PC-5c-1867-15 Pre-Cud
PC-5c-1867-18 Pre-Cud
PC-5c-1867-21 Pre-Cud
RCD-5c-1867-01R Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-03 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-04 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-05 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-06 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-07 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-08 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-10 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-11 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-13 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-14 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-16 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-19R Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-20 Retained Cud
RCD-5c-1867-22 Retained Cud
SHD-5c-1867-01 Shattered Die
SHD-5c-1867-02 Shattered Die
Other Strike Types in This Series
Collector Essentials
Tools and references for building and protecting your coin collection.
10x-20x Jeweler's Loupe
A must-have for examining coin details, mint marks, and surface quality
Red Book — Guide to U.S. Coins
The essential annual reference for U.S. coin values, history, and mintages
Coin Albums & Storage
Archival-quality albums and holders to protect and display your collection
USB Digital Microscope
Capture detailed images for documentation and community submissions
As an Amazon Associate, NumisDex earns from qualifying purchases.