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1977 (D) Jefferson Nickel

Strike Type
1977 (D) Jefferson Nickel

Coin Details

Year
1977
Denomination
Nickel
Mint Mark
D
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003
Designer
Felix Schlag
Mintage
297,313,422
Composition
75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight
5g
Diameter
21.2mm
Edge
Plain

Value Estimates

$0.05 - $3.62

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

$247 MS67 12-24-2018 eBay

Description

The 1977 (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 297.3 million examples, making this the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Standard production from Philadelphia and Denver. 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 #4099.

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