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1939 Jefferson Nickel - Doubled Monticello

Strike Type
1939 (P) Nickel coin

Coin Details

Year
1939
Denomination
Nickel
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003
Designer
Felix Schlag
Mintage (whole issue)
120,615,000
Composition
75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight
5g
Diameter
21.2mm
Edge
Plain

Value Estimates

$56 - $1,879

Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.

Auction Record

Price realized
$4,600
Sold
Grade
MS67
Auction house
Bowers & Merena

Description

The 1939 Jefferson Nickel - Doubled Monticello, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, is part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 collection. The U.S. Mint struck 120.6 million Philadelphia nickels dated 1939 across all varieties; how many show the Doubled Monticello is not recorded. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Philadelphia's mint — the nation's first — has produced coins without interruption since its founding in 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $56 to $1.9K 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 #4004.

Cross References

FS-801

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