1940 Jefferson Nickel
Base
About This Coin
The 1940 Jefferson Nickel is a United States nickel from the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. In 1940, coins were struck at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 259.7 million. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Steady pre-war production from all three mints. Denver mintage exceeded 43 million. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $131 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $29K in PR68 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Felix Schlag.
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 across all of this coin's strike types, 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.
Specifications
Strike Types & Varieties(5)
1940 (D) Jefferson Nickel
1940 (S) Jefferson Nickel
1940 Jefferson Nickel
1940 Proof Jefferson Nickel - Reverse of 1938
1940 Proof Jefferson Nickel - Reverse of 1940
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