1959 Jefferson Nickel — Coin Value
Jefferson NickelWhat the 1959 Jefferson Nickel is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1959 Jefferson Nickel value — Ungraded $3 · MS62 $15 · MS66 $63. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 21.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, grab the Standard 1959 Jefferson Nickel for only $2. The DOUBLE DIE ($6) and PROOF ($3) versions offer premium features like unique minting processes or presentation, appealing to more dedicated collectors. If you just want the coin, buy the Standard. If you seek a display piece or a rarer variant, the DOUBLE DIE or PROOF justifies the extra spend.
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Item details
- Series
- Jefferson Nickel
- Year
- 1959
1959 Jefferson Nickel value
A raw (ungraded) 1959 Jefferson Nickel runs around $3, a certified MS62 about $15, and a high-grade MS66 commands $63.
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 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $63 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1959 Jefferson Nickel?
- An ungraded 1959 Jefferson Nickel starts at a value of $6.
- How much more is an MS66 graded coin worth compared to an MS62?
- An MS66 grade is valued at $60, significantly higher than the MS62 grade's $15.
- What series does this 1959 Jefferson Nickel belong to?
- This coin is part of the Jefferson Nickel series and is from the year 1959.