1956 (D) 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
$624 MS67+ 01-14-2021 eBay
Description
The 1956 (D) Jefferson Nickel is a nickel produced at the Denver Mint as part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. The U.S. Mint produced 67.2 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 66% of production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. The 1956-D had a notably high mintage exceeding 67 million, reflecting growing coin demand. Struck at the Denver Mint, established in 1906 from an earlier assay office that processed Colorado gold rush metal. 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 #4060.
External References
Error Varieties(9)
1956-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1956-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1956-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1956-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
1956-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1956-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1956-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1956-D Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
