Jefferson Nickels are not silver but consist mostly of copper with a balance of nickel that give them a “silver” appearance. The only exception is in 1942-1945 and they did contain 35% silver and 75%, but they must have the large mint mark on the back and above the Monticello Monument.
Where is the mint mark on a 1966 nickel?
Coins struck at any mint between 1965 and 1967 lack mint marks. Beginning in 1968, mint marks were again used, but were moved to the lower part of the obverse, to the right of Jefferson’s bust.
What is a 1966 nickel made of?
The prewar composition returned in 1946; all nickels struck since then have been in 75% copper and 25% nickel. In 1966, a small change was made to the design to add the initials of the designer (FS) to the obverse, underneath Jefferson’s portrait.
How much is a 1966 Jefferson nickel worth?
Pre-War Composition. What This Coin Looks Like (Obverse, Reverse, Mint Mark Location, Special Features, etc.): USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1966 Jefferson Nickel is Worth $0.26 to $5.29 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition.
What’s the value of a 1961 nickel coin?
In today’s coin market it requires a very high quality 1961 nickel to realize a premium above face value. Mintage numbers of nickels increased greatly in the early 1960’s, huge quantities entered circulation. Step 2 below; “grading condition” helps to identifying the quality nickel from the many in average condition.
How to determine the value of rare Nickels?
Shield nickels were produced at only one Mint (Philadelphia) and have no mintmark as a result. Therefore, a date set would only consist of sixteen coins. Values of rare Shield nickels start around $18, where this minimum value is assigned to a common date, heavily worn coin.
What’s the price of a Shield nickel coin?
Shield Nickels. The Shield nickel is an interesting type, having no portrait and a big “5” surrounded by stars on the reverse. However, most coins start at least $20 for very worn out (G-4) specimens, so they are too expensive for most beginning coin collectors.
