1899 Liberty Head Nickel
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
$2.5 - $175
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
$38,188 MS67+ 11-16-2012 Stack's Bowers
Description
The 1899 Liberty Head Nickel is a nickel produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Liberty Head Nickels 1883-1912 series. Total mintage reached 26.0 million. The design is by Charles E. Barber. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #3860.
