According to U.S. Mint records, ALL 1942-S Jefferson Nickels were wartime nickels with the “S” mintmark above the dome of Monticello (and had a composition of copper/silver/manganese).
How much is a nickel from 1942 worth?
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1942 Jefferson Nickel value at an average of 45 cents, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $75. (see details)…
Why is the 1942 penny worth money?
Having said that, collectors are really only interested in older versions of the coin, like the 1942 Lincoln. These pennies are collectible not only because of their age and historical significance, but because they are rare and growing rarer by the day.
Is a 1942 P nickel worth anything?
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1942 P Jefferson Nickel value at an average of 56 cents, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $70.
What’s the worth of a 1942 nickel?
CoinTrackers.com has estimated the 1942 Jefferson Nickel value at an average of 45 cents, one in certified mint state (MS+) could be worth $75.
What is the value of a 1942 nickel?
The 1942 S nickel is worth around $2.50 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $3. In uncirculated condition the price is around $7 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $25.
Where does the P on a 1942 Jefferson nickel come from?
Coin Info. It’s easy to tell a “wartime” nickel from a regular one, because the 35% silver nickels have a large “P,” “D,” or “S” mintmark over the dome of Monticello on the reverse. In fact, the 1942 Jefferson nickel minted in Philadelphia was the first United States coin to ever bear a “P” mintmark.
How can you tell a wartime nickel from a regular Nickel?
It’s easy to tell a “wartime” nickel from a regular one, because the 35% silver nickels have a large “P,” “D,” or “S” mintmark over the dome of Monticello on the reverse. In fact, the 1942 Jefferson nickel minted in Philadelphia was the first United States coin to ever bear a “P” mintmark. Incidentally,…
When was the mintmark added to a nickel?
In October of 1942 this new alloy was first used in the striking of nickels. Along with this change of composition, the mintmark was made larger and placed on the reverse of the coin over Monticello.
