1966 Jefferson Nickel

About This Coin

The 1966 Jefferson Nickel is a United States nickel from the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series — 29th of 66 years in the series. In 1966, coins were struck at the Philadelphia Mint with a combined mintage of 158.5 million. This ranks 14th of 66 years by total mintage, below the series median of 617.5 million. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Designer Felix Schlag's initials "FS" were added below the bust, correcting a long-standing omission. No mint marks this year. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 10 known die varieties for this date across 4 categories, including atypical die clash, cud, doubled die reverse and 1 other types. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $6 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $9.7K in SP68 grade at Stack's Bowers. Designed by Felix Schlag.