1947 (S) Jefferson Nickel
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$588 MS67 01-04-2017 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1947 (S) Jefferson Nickel represents a San Francisco Mint issue from the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. With a mintage of 24.7 million, this is a less common issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 16% of total production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Standard post-war production from all three mints. San Francisco's storied mint, born of the California Gold Rush, has evolved into the primary producer of U.S. proof coins. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $15 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4033.
External References
Error Varieties(13)
1947-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1947-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1947-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1947-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1947-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1947-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1947-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
1947-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-002
1947-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-004
1947-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-006
1947-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-007
1947-S VDDO VDDO-001
CU-5c-1947S-01 Cud
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