1952 (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
$845 MS67 06-15-2023 eBay
Description
The 1952 (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 20.6 million, this is a less common issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 18% of total production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Steady production across Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco. 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 $25 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 #4048.
External References
Error Varieties(17)
1952-S Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1952-S Doubled Die Reverse DDR-00
1952-S Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1952-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1952-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1952-S Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-002
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-003
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-006
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-007
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-008
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-009
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-010
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-011
1952-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-012
