1979 (P) Jefferson Nickel
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
$0.05 - $3.62
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-67). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$1,898 MS63 07-30-2003 Bowers & Merena
Description
The 1979 (P) Jefferson Nickel is a nickel produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. Total mintage reached 463.2 million. The design is by Felix Schlag. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4102.
