2005 (D) Jefferson Nickel - Bison
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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
$750 MS67 03-03-2014 Stack's Bowers
Description
A nickel from the Denver Mint, the 2005 (D) Jefferson Nickel - Bison belongs to the Jefferson Nickels Westward Journey 2004-2005 series. The U.S. Mint produced 487.7 million examples, making this ranked 4th of 5 mint variants by mintage, with 22% of production. The obverse features two different obverse portraits: a modified Schlag portrait (2004) and a new forward-facing portrait by Joe Fitzgerald (2005) and the reverse displays four commemorative designs: the Peace Medal (2004), Keelboat (2004), American Bison (2005), and Ocean in View (2005). A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Coined at Denver's facility, which transitioned from processing Colorado gold rush metal to full-scale coin production in 1906. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $1 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 #4159.
External References
Error Varieties(4)
2005-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
2005-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
DC-5c-2005D-01R Die Chip
SKH-5c-2005D-01 Spiked Head
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