1951 Jefferson Nickel
Strike Type
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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
$840 MS67 05-14-2019 eBay
Description
The 1951 Jefferson Nickel, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, is part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 collection. With a mintage of 28.6 million, this is a less common issue — the highest mintage among 3 variants, accounting for 50% of the year's production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. All three mints active. Denver production exceeded Philadelphia for the first time in the series. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $19 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 #4043.
External References
Error Varieties(2)
1951 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1951 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-002
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