1941 (S) Jefferson Nickel
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
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
- $1,900
- Sold
- Grade
- MS67
- Auction house
- eBay
Description
The 1941 (S) Jefferson Nickel was struck at the San Francisco Mint as a nickel in the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. The San Francisco Mint struck 43,445,000 nickels dated 1941. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Final full year of standard copper-nickel composition before wartime silver began in 1942. Coined at the San Francisco Mint, which transitioned from Gold Rush-era production to its modern role producing proof and collector issues. Estimated market value ranges from $0.18 to $15 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 #4012.
External References
Error Varieties(22)
1941-S Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1941-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1941-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1941-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1941-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1941-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1941-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
1941-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-005
1941-S Improper Mint Mark WIMM-001
1941-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1941-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1941-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1941-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-004
1941-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-005
1941-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
1941-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-002
1941-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-004
1941-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-006
1941-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-007
CU-5c-1941S-02 Cud
CU-5c-1941S-03R Cud
RRDC-5c-1941S-01R Bisecting Rim to Rim Die Crack
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