1950 Proof Jefferson Nickel
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Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-67). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$1,500 PR68 03-04-2021 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 U.S. Mint produced 51,386 examples. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left, while the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Designed by Felix Schlag. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4182. Felix Schlag won the 1938 public design competition for the Jefferson Nickel, defeating nearly 400 entries. Wartime silver nickels (1942-P, 1942-S, 1943-1945 P/D/S) are collected for their silver content. Key dates include the 1939-D, 1950-D, and Full Steps (FS) designation specimens.
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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
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1950 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
