Five Cent Coin Market Values
Current market statistics for five cent coins from 1922 to the present based on 18,404 listings.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 115% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The highest value is found in certified, high-grade coins, with MS 62 reaching a median of 54.97. Standard circulated coins offer the lowest entry point at a median of 2.59, while uncirculated examples see a 17% increase.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by year
Why? Value varies by mintage and demand, ranging from 2.99 in 1945 to 5 in 1944.
Price by circulated/uncirculated
Why? Condition drives price, with Unknown status at 6 and Circulated at 2.59.
Price by grade
Why? Professional grading significantly increases value, from 2.49 for Ungraded to 54.97 for MS 62.
Price by certification
Why? Third-party authentication adds a premium, with CAC at 52.8 compared to Uncertified at 2.99.
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Common questions
What is the median price for an ungraded five cent coin?
The median price for ungraded coins is 2.49.
How much more do NGC certified coins cost compared to uncertified ones?
NGC certified coins have a median of 39.95, representing a 1236% increase over the 2.99 median for uncertified coins.
Which year in the 1940s has the highest median price?
Among the listed 1940s years, 1944 has the highest median price at 5.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $1–$81, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 15, 2026.