1953 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
- $2,530
- Sold
- Grade
- PR69
- Auction house
- Great Collections
Description
The 1953 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 128,800 proof nickels dated 1953. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. 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 $56. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4185.
External References
Error Varieties(6)
1953 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1953 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1953PR-5DEO-001T Trail Die Obverse
1953PR-5DEO-002T Trail Die Obverse
1953PR-5DER-001T Trail Die Reverse
1953PR-5DER-002T Trail Die Reverse
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