1954 Jefferson Nickel — Coin Value
Jefferson NickelWhat the 1954 Jefferson Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1954 Jefferson Nickel value — Ungraded $3 · MS62 $16 · MS66 $54. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 18.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own a 1954 Jefferson Nickel, purchase the Standard version for only $3. The premium FS-401 at $120 and the PROOF at $12 offer graded quality and collector appeal. The FS-401 represents a significant investment in condition and rarity, while the PROOF offers a higher-quality mint strike. Save with Standard; pay up if you seek certified grading or a specific presentation.
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Item details
- Series
- Jefferson Nickel
- Year
- 1954
1954 Jefferson Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1954 Jefferson Nickel runs around $3, a certified MS62 about $16, and a high-grade MS66 commands $54.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $54 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value of an ungraded 1954 Jefferson Nickel?
- The value for an ungraded 1954 Jefferson Nickel is listed as $2.
- How much more is an MS66 1954 Jefferson Nickel worth compared to MS62?
- An MS66 grade is valued at $50, compared to $18 for the MS62 grade.
- Which grade offers the best return on investment for this 1954 coin?
- The MS66 grade offers the highest listed value at $50 for this 1954 Jefferson Nickel.