1970 (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
$719 MS67 12-17-2005 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1970 (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 515.5 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 71% of production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. The 1970-D has a relatively low mintage compared to neighboring dates, making it slightly scarcer in high grades. 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 $12 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 #4084.
External References
Error Varieties(17)
1970-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1970-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1970-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1970-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-001
1970-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-002
1970-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-003
1970-D Repunched Mintmark RPM-004
1970-D Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
CU-5c-1970D-01A Cud
CU-5c-1970D-01C Cud
CU-5c-1970D-02 Cud
CU-5c-1970D-03 Cud
CU-5c-1970D-05 Cud
CU-5c-1970D-06 Cud
CU-5c-1970D-07 Cud
CU-5c-1970D-08 Cud
