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1949 (D) Jefferson Nickel - D/S

Strike Type
1949 (D) Jefferson Nickel - D/S

Coin Details

Year
1949
Denomination
Nickel
Mint Mark
D
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003
Designer
Felix Schlag
Composition
75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight
5g
Diameter
21.2mm
Edge
Plain

Value Estimates

$249 - $2,585

Values as of June 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.

Auction Record

$2,585 MS67 10-03-2016 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1949 (D) Jefferson Nickel - D/S is a nickel produced at the Denver Mint as part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. San Francisco mintage dropped sharply. The 1949-D/S RPM variety is a popular collector item. Struck at the Denver Mint, established in 1906 from an earlier assay office that processed Colorado gold rush metal. Estimated market value ranges from $249 to $2.6K 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 #4039.

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