This coin is a Liberty Head Nickel (V means 5 cents - remember Roman numerals?) and 1888 is a somewhat scarce date.
The grade rules the price. Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 02/2010:
Very worn condition - $26
Moderately worn - $60
Slightly worn - $112
Almost no wear - $210
Uncirculated - $270 to $2,660 depending on quality
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