Jefferson Nickels made between 1942 in 1945, are also called War Nickels and consisted of 35% silver. This means they are worth more than face value and most of them have been removed from circulation. An easy way to identify these more valuable coins is to look on the reverse.
Is my nickel worth anything?
Most circulated Liberty nickels are worth a few dollars, and uncirculated range from $100-250. Exceptions are key dates 1885-1886 and 1912-S, which can be worth over $1,000. The rarest is the 1913-S. Only five are known to have been made surreptitiously, and one recently sold for a reported $5 million.
What’s the value of a silver Jefferson nickel?
Coin values for these so-called “Wartime” silver Jefferson Nickels range from their intrinsic bullion value to about $25 for a Mint State-65 specimen of a regular-issue. What follows is a list of the 25 next-most valuable nickels, with coin values included.
Why are Buffalo nickels the most valuable coins?
This coin is the only one in the Buffalo nickel series that has significant doubling on the reverse of the coin. Therefore, coin collectors who seek to assemble a complete set of Buffalo Nickels actively seek one of these coins. Most of these coins found their way into circulation and therefore, uncirculated examples sell for a premium price.
How much is a 1966 Jefferson nickel worth?
Otherwise most Jefferson Nickels are worth face value in grades less than AU. Proof, SP (Special Proof) and Matte Finish coins are worth a decent premium and 1994 and 1997 Matte Proofs are worth a good premium, and so is the 1966 SMS since they start at $25 and up.
How much is a 1942 proof Jefferson nickel worth?
All values are for coins grading Mint State 65 (MS65). Higher grade examples and those with the Full Steps designation will exceed these prices. 1942 proof Jefferson nickel. Image: PCGS The 35% silver “War Nickel” proof issued in 1942 is worth twice as much as its non-silver counterpart from the same year.
