1952-D Jefferson Nickel

The 1952-D Jefferson Nickel had a total mintage of over 30.6 million coins struck at the Denver Mint. This is a unique coin in that it can be found in higher grades in both Mint State and Full Step, and the cost varies widely between the two designations. This is a relatively high mintage for a coin within the series and is common to find in most circulated grades up to a certain point. Building a Jefferson Nickel series collection can be as affordable as a collector needs depending on what they’re looking for.

History of the 1952-D Thomas Jefferson Nickel

The 1952-D Jefferson Nickel is worth the effort to find well-struck with attractive surfaces. The Full Step designation can be found all the way up to Mint State 67, although it will cost the collector a high premium to buy it. The Full Step designation comes from a fully struck staircase leading up the Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello home on the reverse of the coin. The ‘D’ mint mark can also be found on the reverse. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson himself, but in profile. The coin was designed by Felix Schlag who won a design competition before the series began. This coin is still in production today, although the designs have changed subtly over the years.