Jefferson Nickel Value Guide
Market analysis for Jefferson nickels based on 96,626 eBay listings.
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👉 In short easy summary
The highest value is found in certified coins, specifically CAC (+331%) and PCGS (+235%) graded examples. Uncertified and ungraded coins represent the budget end of the market, trading at -30% and -45% relative to the median respectively.
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Price by certification
Why? Professional grading creates a massive price gap between Uncertified (7.34) and CAC (45).
Price by grade
Why? High-grade MS 68 coins (58.98) command a significant premium over Ungraded examples (5.7).
Price by year
Why? Value varies by rarity and demand, with 1950 (19) pricing higher than 1964 (8.99).
Price by mint location
Why? Specialty mints like West Point (45) are far more valuable than common Denver (8.34) strikes.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a new Jefferson nickel?
The median price for new listings is 23.
How much more are PCGS certified nickels worth compared to the market median?
PCGS certified nickels have a median price of 34.97, which is a 235% increase over the median.
Which mint location has the lowest median value?
The Charlotte mint has the lowest median value at 5.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $2–$79, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 14, 2026.