1867 Shield Nickel - Rays
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
$25 - $281
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-67). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$41,125 MS67 11-08-2013 Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1867 Shield Nickel - Rays is a nickel produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Shield Nickels 1866-1883 series. Total mintage reached 2.0 million. The design is by James Barton Longacre. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 20.5 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #3791.
