1950 Proof Jefferson Nickel
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Value as of May 2026, from the one price recorded for this coin. Actual sales can differ. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.
Auction Record
- Price realized
- $1,500
- Sold
- Grade
- PR68
- Auction house
- eBay
Description
The 1950 Proof Jefferson Nickel is a proof nickel struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 51,386 proof nickels dated 1950. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint. Estimated market value is approximately $92. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4182.
External References
Error Varieties(11)
1950 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1950 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1950 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-003
1950 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-004
1950 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-005
1950 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-006
1950 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-007
1950 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1950 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1950 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
1950 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
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