A 1910 Liberty Nickel graded PR-67 Deep Cameo sold for $14,100 at Heritage Auctions — yet a worn circulated example might fetch just $3–$5. Your coin's value is determined by condition, strike quality, and whether it's a proof or regular-strike issue. This guide gives you every data point you need.
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| Variety | Worn (G–VG) | Circulated (F–XF) | Uncirculated (AU–MS62) | Gem (MS63–MS66+) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Strike (P) | $2.50 – $5 | $19 – $38 | $73 – $155 | $175 – $1,900+ |
| Broadstrike Error | $15 – $40 | $50 – $120 | $150 – $350 | $400 – $800+ |
| Off-Center Strike | $30 – $75 | $80 – $200 | $200 – $500 | $600+ |
| Clipped Planchet | $20 – $50 | $60 – $150 | $150 – $350 | $400 – $700+ |
| Proof (Regular) | $150 – $250 | $250 – $400 | $400 – $700 | $700 – $3,000+ |
| Proof Deep Cameo (DCAM) | — | $500 – $1,200 | $1,200 – $4,000 | $4,000 – $14,100+ |
* Proof Deep Cameo values require authentication by PCGS or NGC. "Worn" column for DCAM proofs is N/A as proof coins typically remain in high grades. Rows highlighted in gold = signature variety; red = rarest/highest value.
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The 1910 Liberty Nickel was produced entirely at Philadelphia — with no branch-mint issues making it unusual compared to later dates — but die-press and planchet accidents still occurred during the high-volume striking of over 30 million coins. The error varieties below are the ones that generate real collector premiums, listed from most recognized to most dramatic.
A broadstrike occurs when a planchet is fed into the coining press without the retaining collar in place. The collar's job is to constrain the expanding metal during the strike and impart the coin's precise diameter of 21.20 mm. Without it, the metal flows outward freely, producing a coin that is measurably wider and noticeably thinner at the edges.
Visual identification is straightforward: the coin will appear to have no rim or a very weak, flattened rim, and it will measure noticeably wider than a normal 1910 Liberty Nickel. The design itself is usually complete and well-struck in the center — the broadstrike doesn't affect die contact quality, only containment.
Collectors prize broadstrikes because they are unambiguous, easy to authenticate without specialized equipment, and visually dramatic. Value depends heavily on how well-centered the strike is and the coin's overall grade. Dramatic examples where the spread is pronounced and the full design is still centered command the strongest premiums.
Off-center strikes result when a planchet feeds into the coining press misaligned relative to the dies. Instead of the blank sitting perfectly centered, it sits askew, causing the dies to strike only a portion of the planchet. The result is a coin with the design shifted to one side and a crescent of blank, unstruck metal visible on the opposite side.
The degree of off-centering is measured as a percentage: a 10% off-center coin has the design only slightly shifted; a 50% off-center coin shows half of the design. Importantly, the date must remain visible on the 1910 nickel for the coin to carry a significant premium — dateless off-centers have minimal collector value compared to ones where the year 1910 is fully readable.
More dramatic off-center percentages (40–60%) with the date intact are the most desirable. The coin must also retain enough of the Liberty portrait to be identified as the correct type. Extremely dramatic off-centers are very rare for this date given the Philadelphia Mint's generally careful production runs.
Clipped planchet errors occur during the blanking process, before the coin is struck. A steel rod punches circular blanks from a long strip of metal. If the rod overlaps a section of strip that was already punched (creating a hole), the resulting blank will have a curved bite taken out of it — a curved clip. Straight clips occur when the punch overlaps the edge of the strip itself.
Once clipped, this incomplete blank enters the hopper along with normal blanks and eventually reaches the coining press, which strikes it normally. The resulting coin has all normal design elements but is missing a section of its edge. On the 1910 Liberty Nickel, the missing section creates a distinctly abnormal outline immediately recognizable even without magnification.
Value is primarily driven by the size and type of the clip. Large curved clips — those removing 15–25% of the planchet — are more desirable than small straight clips. Coins where the Blakesley effect (a corresponding weakness in the design directly opposite the clip) is visible are considered the most diagnostically clear and command the highest premiums from error specialists.
A brockage is one of the most dramatic and visually striking mint errors found on any denomination. It occurs when a previously struck coin sticks to one of the dies (usually the hammer die) and remains there when the next blank planchet is fed into the press. The stuck coin acts as an improvised die, impressing its design into the new planchet — but in mirror-image and incuse (recessed), rather than raised.
The result is a coin with one normal face and one face showing the mirror-image, incuse impression of the other side. On a 1910 Liberty Nickel brockage, one face will show the normal Liberty portrait raised as expected, while the other shows a backward, sunken Liberty portrait where the reverse wreath and V should be. The detail can be extraordinary — essentially a "negative" of the obverse pressed into the reverse planchet.
Brockages are dramatically rare on Liberty Nickels. Most surviving examples show partial brockage (the stuck coin shifted slightly before the next strike), with full brockages being exceptionally uncommon. Any confirmed 1910 Liberty Nickel brockage will attract intense specialist interest and command a significant premium far above normal error premiums for this date.
The 1910 Proof Liberty Nickel was struck at Philadelphia using specially prepared, highly polished dies and polished planchets. The Philadelphia Mint produced 2,405 proofs this year, making them genuinely scarce. Within the proof population, coins displaying deep cameo (DCAM) contrast — where the frosting on Liberty's portrait is especially dramatic against the mirror-bright fields — are the rarest and most desirable subset.
Visually, a deep cameo proof is immediately distinct from a regular strike. Hold the coin under a single light source and tilt it: the fields will reflect like a mirror while Liberty's portrait and all lettering appear sharply frosted or "white." In the most spectacular examples, the contrast is so strong that the coin appears almost black-and-white. This effect is produced by the interplay between the polished die fields (which create mirror surfaces) and the sandblasted or frosted die devices (which scatter light).
The top auction result for this date — $14,100 at Heritage Auctions in 2012 for a PR-67 Deep Cameo PCGS CAC — reflects the intense demand for the finest cameo proofs. Even a PR-65 DCAM example in a holder can exceed several thousand dollars. Any suspected 1910 proof should be submitted to PCGS or NGC before sale, as authentication is essential and the grading designation (CAM vs DCAM) dramatically affects realized price.
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| Issue | Mint | Mintage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 Regular Strike | Philadelphia (P) | 30,166,948 | Common date; large surviving population in lower grades |
| 1910 Proof | Philadelphia (P) | 2,405 | Sold to collectors; includes regular proof, cameo, and deep cameo |
| Total 1910 Production | 30,169,353 | All from Philadelphia; no branch mint issues in 1910 | |
Liberty's portrait is flat with most hair detail gone. The LIBERTY headband letters are partially visible — Good requires a readable date and bold outline; Very Good requires at least three LIBERTY letters clear. The reverse V and wreath outline remain but inner leaf details are merged. No luster visible anywhere.
Fine shows LIBERTY fully readable with moderate wear flattening hair strands and wheat/cotton above the headband. Extremely Fine retains sharp letter edges in the headband and visible individual hair strands above Liberty's ear. Corn ears on the reverse still show some kernel definition. Partial luster may cling in protected recesses on XF examples.
AU coins retain 50–90% original luster with only the slightest wear on Liberty's cheek and the hair above her ear. Mint State coins show no trace of wear at any point — confirm by rotating under a single light, watching for full luster bands across the entire surface. MS-60 to MS-62 may have scattered bag marks or weak strike areas but must remain fully unworn.
MS-63 coins have good luster and only minor contact marks. MS-64 shows near-perfect surfaces with strong eye appeal. For MS-65, the strike must be sharp: individually defined hair strands above Liberty's ear and crisp, separated corn kernels on the reverse wreath — both are diagnostic for Gem qualification. MS-66 and above are rare, with only a dozen or so examples confirmed. Proofs are separately graded on the PR scale.
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Best for Gem Mint State (MS-65+), proof coins of any grade, and confirmed error pieces. Heritage's numismatic specialists reach the deepest pool of serious Liberty Nickel collectors. Expect consignment minimums and a 15–20% buyer's premium, but realized prices for premium material justify the process. Their auction archives are the benchmark for this date's value record.
Ideal for circulated coins in the G–XF range and uncirculated examples up to MS-64. The recent sold prices for 1910 Liberty Nickel listings on eBay show strong demand, with MS-64 examples regularly bringing $200–$270 from competitive bidding. Use completed listings to set your starting price. PCGS or NGC holders command significant premiums over raw (ungraded) coins.
Good for quick, no-hassle sales of G–VF coins where speed matters more than maximum price. A reputable dealer will pay 50–70% of retail for common-grade 1910 nickels. Get multiple quotes — at least two shops — before accepting. If your coin is AU or better, a dealer may recommend sending it to PCGS/NGC before buying, which signals the coin is worth more than a quick shop price.
Good for reaching collector-to-collector transactions without auction fees. Post high-resolution photos in both obverse and reverse, disclose any flaws honestly, and price using recent eBay completed sales as your anchor. Useful for mid-grade circulated coins or interesting problem-free examples that don't meet the minimum bar for major auction houses.
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