What years of nickels are silver?

Silver Nickel Years

All Nickels issued into circulation from 1942-1945 boast the 35% silver composition.

Do nickels from 1964 have silver?

Is a 1964 nickel silver plated? No, the 1964 nickel is made of 75% copper and 25% nickel. The only Jefferson nickels that contain 35% of silver were made between 1942 and 1945.

Do nickels before 1964 have silver?

Nickels minted in the United States between 1942 and 1945 are made of 35% silver. These are commonly known as "silver war nickels." Normally all other nickels are composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel.

How can you tell if a 1964 nickel is silver?

The most basic way to identify if a nickel is made of silver is to look at the mint year. Only the copper-silver-manganese composition was used from 1942 to 1945. However, it's also possible to identify them by looking at the mintmark. Only the silver nickels carried the mint mark on the reverse, on top of Monticello.

Why is a 1964 nickel rare?

The U.S. was experiencing a coin shortage at the time; increased numbers of minor coinage were needed. With the exceptional number of original mintages, the two mint varieties (Philadelphia and Denver) 1964 nickels are very abundant today.

Searching For Silver Nickels

How much is a 1974 nickel worth?

USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1974 Jefferson Nickel is Worth $0.28 to $3.30 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition.

What year nickels are worth saving?

Jefferson Nickels made between 1942 in 1945, are also called War Nickels and consisted of 35% silver. This means they are worth more than face value and most of them have been removed from circulation. An easy way to identify these more valuable coins is to look on the reverse.

Is a 1947 nickel worth anything?

Value of the 1947 Jefferson Nickel

Grades Fine 12 and under are only worth face value and Very Fine 20 condition retail for a price of $0.25. Even in About Uncirculated 50 condition, $0.35 is the average value.

How much is a 1983 nickel worth?

USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1983-P Jefferson Nickel is Worth $2.28 to $10 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition.

How much is a 1969 nickel worth?

In circulated grades, the 1969-D nickel is worth its face value of five cents. In uncirculated condition, the 1969-D takes on a different character. Consider that a 1969 United States Mint Set sells for about $9.00 and includes one of each coin struck by the Mint, including a 40% silver Kennedy half dollar.

What is a 1963 nickel worth?

USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1963 Jefferson Nickel is Worth $0.28 to $11 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Proof coins can be worth $3.30 or more.

What is a 1942 nickel worth?

The 1942 nickel with no mint mark is worth around $0.70 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $2. In uncirculated condition the price is around $4 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $15.

What nickels should I look for?

Is the 2005 nickel worth anything?

The lower priced listings are still going for $300, $400, up to $800, and more. PCGS explains that this nickel started earning way more than five cents soon after the mistake was discovered in 2005. They quickly sold for $100 or more regardless of their condition.

What is a 1987 nickel worth?

USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1987-P Jefferson Nickel is Worth $0.28 to $3.06 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition.

Is a 1978 nickel worth anything?

These coins have a nice look to them, but they aren't anything to be too impressed by. These coins have no precious metal content so they are essentially worth face value.