1939 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Jefferson Nickel — Coin Value
Jefferson NickelWhat the 1939 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Jefferson Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1939 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Jefferson Nickel value — Ungraded $28 · MS62 $490 · MS66 $1,199. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 42.8× 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 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Jefferson Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1939 [DOUBLE DIE FS-801] Jefferson Nickel runs around $28, a certified MS62 about $490, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1199.
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 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $490 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,199 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1939 Jefferson Nickel?
- An ungraded 1939 Jefferson Nickel currently has a resale value starting around $74.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 1939 Jefferson Nickel is valued at $2054, significantly higher than the MS62 grade of $493.
- What is the series for this specific nickel?
- This coin belongs to the Jefferson Nickel series and is from the year 1939.