1938 D Jefferson Nickel — Coin Value
Jefferson NickelWhat the 1938 D Jefferson Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1938 D Jefferson Nickel value — Ungraded 6,05 € · $7 · MS62 11,24 € · $13 · MS66 63,11 € · $73. Prices updated August 2026.
Converted from USD at the ECB reference rate — sold comps are US-market sales.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 10.4× raw.Chart values in USD
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own a 1938 D Jefferson Nickel, purchase the Standard version for $6. The Double Die version, priced at $10, offers a premium due to its rarity and unique minting characteristic. Collectors prioritizing immediate ownership should opt for the Standard. Those seeking a more significant collectible piece and willing to pay the extra $4 should invest in the Double Die.
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- PriceCharting — 1938 D Jefferson Nickel6,28 € · $7.26
Item details
- Series
- Jefferson Nickel
- Year
- 1938
- Mint
- D
1938 D Jefferson Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1938 D Jefferson Nickel runs around $7, a certified MS62 about $13, and a high-grade MS66 commands $73.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | 6,05 € · $7 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | 11,24 € · $13 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | 63,11 € · $73 | eBay sold comps |
Häufige Fragen
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1938 D Jefferson Nickel?
- Ungraded 1938 D Jefferson Nickels are currently valued starting around $7.
- How much more valuable is the MS66 grade compared to the ungraded version?
- The MS66 grade commands a significantly higher price, reaching $39 compared to the ungraded value.
- What mint mark is associated with this 1938 Jefferson Nickel?
- This specific 1938 Jefferson Nickel comes from Mint D.