1946 D Jefferson Nickel

CoinTrackers.com estimates the value of a 1946 D Jefferson Nickel in average condition to be worth 10 cents, while one in mint state could be valued around $45.00. - Last updated: February, 04 2024


1946 D Jefferson Nickel
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  • Year: 1946
  • Mint Mark: D
  • Type: Jefferson Nickel
  • Price: 10 cents-$45.00+
  • Face Value: 0.05 USD
  • Produced: 45,292,000
  • Edge: Smooth





Notes: Toning and Mint State combined in any combination along with FS (Full Steps) on the Monticello on the coins reverse are the trifecta if you will for this coin.


Full Steps Monticello

Full steps on the reverse of the nickel leading up to Monticello the famous residence of Thomas Jefferson are one of the most coveted features for a graded specimen.

PCGS calls it FS (full steps), while NGS calls its 4FS, 5FS, or 6FS. See examples below.

Does Your Nickel have Full Steps?

Well first make sure the coin is reverse side up and use a magnifying glass or something similar to magnify the coin. The reverse should have 5 steps clean and sharp. See image below.

FS NickelPCGS Using FS



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How much is a 1946 D Jefferson Nickel worth?

In Average Circulated (AC) condition it's worth around 10 cents, one in certified mint state (MS+) condition could bring as much as $45 at auction. This price does not reference any standard coin grading scale. So when we say Average Circulated, we mean in a similar condition to other coins circulated in 1946, and mint state meaning it is certified MS+ by one of the top coin grading companies. *** [?].


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Overall Specs & Design

This coin has a total mass of 5 g, a diameter of 21.21 mm, and a thickness of 1.95 mm. It's edge is smooth, and the coins are composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel.


Designer: Felix Schlag


Front (Obverse): The front of this coin has the bust of Thomas Jefferson featured front and center. The words IN GOD WE TRUST are on the left most portion, with the word LIBERTY on the right just above the date. If a mint mark is present it will be just below the date.


Back (Reverse): The reverse features the Monticello located in Albemarle County, VA. The Monticello was the long time home of Jefferson. The words E PLUIRIBUS UNUM, meaning out of many one are draped across the top, while the words FIVE CENTS, and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA are featured on the bottom.







Most Valuable

The most valuable Jefferson Nickel's. Prices listed are for MS-65 certified. Visit the link to learn more about each coin.

Image Year Mint Worth
Jefferson Nickel 1940 $170
Jefferson Nickel 1955 D $120
Jefferson Nickel 1963 D $102
Jefferson Nickel 1942 D $100
Jefferson Nickel 1940 D $90
Jefferson Nickel 1944 S $85
Jefferson Nickel 1939 S $80
Jefferson Nickel 1955 $80
Jefferson Nickel 1983 S $80
Jefferson Nickel 1938 D $75
Jefferson Nickel 1942 $75
Jefferson Nickel 1944 D $75
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1989 P $345.22
1989 $345,000
1989 D $345
Image Name Mint Worth

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