1942 P [TYPE 2] Jefferson Nickel — Coin Value
Jefferson NickelWhat the 1942 P [TYPE 2] Jefferson Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1942 P [TYPE 2] Jefferson Nickel value — Ungraded $16 · MS62 $29 · MS66 $101. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 6.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own a 1942 P Jefferson Nickel, buy the SILVER version at $14. The TYPE 2 version at $13 offers a specific variant, but the price difference is minimal. If your goal is simply possession, the SILVER version is fine. However, collectors seeking the specific characteristics of the TYPE 2 should pay the slightly lower price for that distinct edition.
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Item details
- Series
- Jefferson Nickel
- Year
- 1942
- Mint
- P
1942 P [TYPE 2] Jefferson Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1942 P [TYPE 2] Jefferson Nickel runs around $16, a certified MS62 about $29, and a high-grade MS66 commands $101.
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 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $29 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $101 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1942 P Jefferson Nickel?
- Ungraded examples of the 1942 P Jefferson Nickel are currently valued around $14.
- How much more is an MS66 compared to an ungraded version?
- An MS66 grade for this nickel is valued at $101, significantly higher than the ungraded starting price.
- Which mint mark is associated with this specific 1942 Jefferson Nickel?
- This specific coin features the P mint mark and is from the 1942 series.