1985 Nickel Patterns

About This Coin

The 1985 Nickel Patterns is a United States nickel from the Modern Patterns (1943 to Date) series — a late issue, 12th of 15 years in the series. The obverse features various experimental designs for proposed coinage changes and the reverse displays various experimental designs. Struck after the transition from silver to clad coinage, as the Mint adapted to modern production methods and record-breaking mintages. A notable auction result reached $6.5K in MS65 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Various U.S. Mint designers.