1951 (S) Jefferson Nickel
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
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
$1,035 MS67 09-01-2008 Bowers & Merena
Description
The 1951 (S) Jefferson Nickel is a nickel produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. With a mintage of 7.8 million, this is a scarce issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 14% of total production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. All three mints active. Denver production exceeded Philadelphia for the first time in the series. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $30 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 #4045.
External References
Error Varieties(12)
1951-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1951-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1951-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1951-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-004
1951-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-005
1951-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-006
1951-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-007
1951-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
1951-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-002
1951-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-003
1951-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-010
