1953 Jefferson Nickel
The 1953 Jefferson Nickel had a total mintage of over 46 million coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. While this isn’t the largest mintage of this coin by any means, it is still a plentiful mintage making it a more common coin to find in most grades up to about Mint State 64. Although it is relatively available, as it climbs into higher grades it becomes much scarcer and more difficult to locate. According to records of the coin sold in previous years, it maxes out around Mint State 64 and around MS65 for the Full Step versions.
History of the 1953 Jefferson Nickel
The 1953 Jefferson Nickel is a coin worth cherrypicking to find that ideal example for any collection. It’s possible to build a more affordable collection by looking for circulated and lower Mint State coins while also offering plenty of variety for the most serious of collectors. The Jefferson Nickel was designed by Felix Schlag who won a design competition for the coin. The original early designs featured Thomas Jefferson in profile on the obverse of the coin, and his Monticello home on the reverse. Only the war nickels between 1942 and 1945 featured the P mint mark. This coin does not. The Jefferson Nickel is still being created today, although designs have changed over the years.
1953 Jefferson Nickel Value
The 1953 Jefferson Nickel value ranges from around $1,000 to upwards of $8,000 for the highest grades of the coin available in Mint State and Full Step. This specific coin can be difficult to find in the highest Mint State grades and would command an even higher premium if located. The lower grades might signify an issue with strike quality at the Philadelphia Mint in this year. The 1953 Jefferson Nickel would make a valuable addition to any nickel series collection.
Type of coin: Nickel
Year: 1953 Jefferson Nickel
Jefferson Nickel Mint Mark: Philadelphia
Total mintage: 46,644,000
Metal content: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Face value: 5 Cents
Weight: 5.00 grams
Edge: Plain
Designer: Felix Schlag
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters