1972 (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
$750 MS63 11-20-2001 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1972 (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 351.7 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 64% of production. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Philadelphia and Denver produced large quantities to meet rising circulation demands. 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 $4 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 #4089.
External References
Error Varieties(17)
1972-D Atypical Die Clash ADC-5C-1972D-01
1972-D Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1972-D Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
1972-D Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
1972-D Typical Die Clash TDC-5C-1972D-01
CU-5c-1972D-01 Cud
CU-5c-1972D-02 Cud
CU-5c-1972D-03A Cud
CU-5c-1972D-3B Cud
CU-5c-1972D-04A Cud
CU-5c-1972D-04C Cud
CU-5c-1972D-04D Cud
CU-5c-1972D-04E Cud
CU-5c-1972D-05A Cud
CU-5c-1972D-05B Cud
CU-5c-1972D-06 Cud
