1939 Jefferson Nickel — Coin Value
Jefferson NickelWhat the 1939 Jefferson Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1939 Jefferson Nickel value — Ungraded $6 · MS62 $23 · MS66 $65. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 10.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the coin, buy the Standard for $5. Premium versions like the REV OF 1940 PROOF at $719 offer superior presentation and collector appeal. The DOUBLE DIE FS-801 at $45 offers a unique variation, while the REV OF 1938 at $13 is a modest step up. Casual collectors should save, while serious investors should pay for the Proofs or Double Die varieties.
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Item details
- Series
- Jefferson Nickel
- Year
- 1939
1939 Jefferson Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1939 Jefferson Nickel runs around $6, a certified MS62 about $23, and a high-grade MS66 commands $65.
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 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $65 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1939 Jefferson Nickel?
- An ungraded 1939 Jefferson Nickel is valued starting around $6.
- How much is a high-grade MS66 1939 Jefferson Nickel worth?
- A 1939 Jefferson Nickel graded MS66 sells for $99.
- Are there different values depending on the grade?
- Yes, the value increases significantly from ungraded to MS62 ($61) and MS66 ($99).