1956-D Jefferson Nickel

The 1956-D Jefferson Nickel had a total mintage of over 67 million coins struck at the Denver Mint. It’s possible to find this coin in some of the highest Mint State grades, all the way up to Mint State 67, although it is scarce. It can also be difficult to locate the 1956-D Jefferson Nickel with the Full Step designation. This is likely due to a poor strike or a worn out reverse die that prevented a full step strike from occurring. While it is scarce in the highest grades, this coin has a relatively large mintage making it common and affordable in circulated and even higher Mint State grades. 

 

History of the 1956-D Jefferson Nickel

This Denver minted coin can be found in beautiful condition with some careful searching. The 1956-D Jefferson Nickel is also an excellent value thanks to its lower prices for some of the highest grades. The early part of the series of the Jefferson Nickel, from 1938 to 1964, features the original design by competition winner, Felix Schlag. His designs feature a left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson’s head while the reverse of the coin showcases Jefferson’s Monticello home along with the ‘D’ mint mark next to it. While this coin is still in production today, making it a longstanding series, the designs have changed somewhat over the years. 

 

1956-D Jefferson Nickel Value

The 1956-D Jefferson Nickel value ranges from less than $700 for a MS67+ graded coin to upwards of $7,200 for the Full Step designation in higher grades, which tend to max out around MS66 making it a scarce coin to locate in Full Step. The Full Step versions tend to command higher premiums within the series due to its full strike on the steps leading up to the Monticello. The 1956-D Jefferson Nickel would make an excellent addition to any Jefferson Nickel series collection. 

 

Type of coin: Nickel

Year: 1956-D Jefferson Nickel

Jefferson Nickel Mint Mark: Denver

Total mintage: 67,222,940

Metal content: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel

Face value: 5 Cents

Weight: 5.00 grams

Edge: Plain

Designer: Felix Schlag

Diameter: 21.20 millimeters