1959 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
$12,000 MS67 12-08-2022 eBay
Description
The 1959 Jefferson Nickel is a nickel produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. With a mintage of 27.2 million, this is a less common issue — the scarcer of two mint variants, with 14% of total production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Standard production year from both Philadelphia and Denver. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $19 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 #4065.
External References
Error Varieties(9)
1959 Doubled Die Obverse DDO-001
1959 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-002
1959 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1959 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-002
1959 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-006
1959 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-009
1959 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-011
1959 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
