1869 is one of the more affordable dates for Shield Nickels. Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 03/2010:
Very worn condition - $17
Moderately worn - $31
Slightly worn - $40
Almost no wear - $100
Uncirculated - $144 to $7,480 depending on quality A Shield 5 Cent piece minted in 1869 that is in good condition (G4) is worth: $20.00.
Updated:Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 08/2010:Very worn condition - $17
Moderately worn - $31
Slightly worn - $40
Almost no wear - $101
Uncirculated - $144 to $2,410 depending on quality
DISCLAIMER: The values quoted are the best available, but may vary due to market fluctuations. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
It's the usual practice of this site to answer a single question at a time. Please see:"What is the value of a 1940 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1942 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1944 US nickel?"
This design is called either a buffalo nickel or an Indian head nickel; both names are about equally common. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1919 US nickel?" for more information.
The US nickel was first issued in 1866. Please double-check your coin.
The first US $2 silver certificates were printed in 1886. All 1869 $2 bills were printed as United States Notes. Please see the question "What is the value of an 1869 US 2 dollar bill?" for more information.
The US made both silver and gold dollars in 1869. Please see the Related Questions for more information.
Retail list is $40.00
It's the usual practice of this site to answer a single question at a time. Please see:"What is the value of a 1940 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1942 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1944 US nickel?"
This design is called either a buffalo nickel or an Indian head nickel; both names are about equally common. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1919 US nickel?" for more information.
The US nickel was first issued in 1866. Please double-check your coin.
5 cents.
The first US $2 silver certificates were printed in 1886. All 1869 $2 bills were printed as United States Notes. Please see the question "What is the value of an 1869 US 2 dollar bill?" for more information.
A 1957 nickel is worth face value only, unless it's uncirculated or a proof coin.
In average condition, both coins are only worth their face value.
The US made both silver and gold dollars in 1869. Please see the Related Questions for more information.
Average current retail value is $5.00
Check that coin again. The first U.S. nickel was issued in 1866.
This famous design is also frequently called an Indian head nickel. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1920 US nickel?" for more information.