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2005 (D) Jefferson Nickel - Speared Bison

Strike Type
2005 (D) Jefferson Nickel - Speared Bison

Coin Details

Year
2005
Denomination
Nickel
Mint Mark
D
Strike Type
Regular Strike
Series
Jefferson Nickels Westward Journey 2004-2005
Designer
Joe Fitzgerald/Jamie Franki
Mintage
487,680,000
Composition
75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight
5g
Diameter
21.2mm
Edge
Plain

Value Estimates

$0.05 - $0.93

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

$2,650 MS66 10-30-2021 eBay

Description

The 2005 (D) Jefferson Nickel - Speared Bison is a nickel produced at the Denver Mint as part of the Jefferson Nickels Westward Journey 2004-2005 series. The U.S. Mint produced 487.7 million examples, making this ranked 4th of 5 mint variants by mintage, with 22% of production. The obverse features two different obverse portraits: a modified Schlag portrait (2004) and a new forward-facing portrait by Joe Fitzgerald (2005) and the reverse displays four commemorative designs: the Peace Medal (2004), Keelboat (2004), American Bison (2005), and Ocean in View (2005). A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. 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 $1 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 #84159.

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