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1943 Jefferson Nickel - 3/2

Strike Type
1943 Jefferson Nickel - 3/2

Coin Details

Year
1943
Denomination
Nickel
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003
Designer
Felix Schlag
Mintage
271,165,000
Composition
56% Copper, 35% Silver, 9% Manganese
Weight
5g
Diameter
21.2mm
Edge
Plain

Value Estimates

$26 - $560

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

$16,675 MS67 06-26-2008 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1943 Jefferson Nickel - 3/2 is a nickel produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. The U.S. Mint produced 271.2 million examples, making this ranked 3rd of 4 mint variants by mintage, with 41% of production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. All 1943 nickels are silver alloy (35% silver, 56% copper, 9% manganese). Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $26 to $560 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 56% copper, 35% silver, 9% manganese, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #84019.

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