1962 Jefferson Nickel
The 1962 Jefferson Nickel had a total mintage of over 97 million coins struck at the Philadelphia Mint. This coin is relatively common and can be found in circulated grades and many lower Mint State grades with relative ease. The 1962 Jefferson Nickel can also be found all the way up to Mint State 67 at affordable prices, but adding on the Full Step designation will sharply spike prices upwards. It’s possible to find this coin well-struck, with excellent detailing and minimal surface abrasions, especially in the highest grades.
History of the 1962 Jefferson Nickel
The 1962 Jefferson Nickel is a coin worth cherrypicking through to find an ideal coin that has great overall eye appeal. It’s possible to find uncirculated Mint State coins at accessible prices making this a good collector coin for those looking to fill out their collection without breaking the bank. The same can’t be said if someone is looking to build a Full Step collection because this one reaches prices in the twenty-thousands. Felix Schlag was the designer of the original Jefferson Nickel images seen on these early coins in the series. The Jefferson Nickel series is still in production today, but later years saw many design changes. The obverse of the coin features a left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson. The reverse features his Monticello plantation home.
1962 Jefferson Nickel Value
The 1962 Jefferson Nickel value ranges from around $700 to upwards of $21,000 for the highest grades of the coin in Mint State and Full Step. The Full Step designation is reserved for those coins that show distinct separation between the steps leading up to the Monticello. The 1962 Jefferson Nickel would make a beautiful and valuable addition to any Jefferson Nickel series collection.
Type of coin: Nickel
Year: 1962 Jefferson Nickel
Jefferson Nickel Mint Mark: Philadelphia
Total mintage: 97,384,000
Metal content: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Face value: 5 Cents
Weight: 5.00 grams
Edge: Plain
Designer: Felix Schlag
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters