1975 S Jefferson Nickel Proof

CoinTrackers.com estimates the value of a 1975 S Jefferson Nickel Proof in average condition to be worth 15 cents, while one in mint state could be valued around $14.00. - Last updated: June, 19 2023


1975 S Jefferson Nickel Proof
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  • Year: 1975
  • Mint Mark: S
  • Type: Jefferson Nickel
  • Price: 15 cents-$14.00+
  • Face Value: 0.05 USD
  • Produced: 2,845,000
  • Edge: Smooth





Notes: Even though this coin is silver in color the United States mint did not issue the proofs in silver. The only Silver Jefferson Nickels ever issued were the wartime nickels (mid-1942 to 1945).

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Full steps is the standard when looking at the reverse. All lines present and clean are what you should look for when buying and selling.



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Dennis : Were any 1975 nickels made without mint marks ? Approved: May 5, 2023 7:27 am



Admin: What you have or are looking for is the 1975 P Jefferson Nickel look right below the comments and select that coin. The coin you mention one with no mint mark was minted at the Philadelphia mint while the one on this page was minted in San Francisco Approved: May 5, 2023 12:22 pm



Admin: This coin updated with new charts new images and new pricing Price listed as top dollar above is based on the coin being graded slabbed and in PF69 condition. Approved: May 5, 2023 12:30 pm






How much is a 1975 S Jefferson Nickel Proof worth?

In Average Circulated (AC) condition it's worth around 15 cents, one in certified mint state (MS+) condition could bring as much as $14 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 1975, and mint state meaning it is certified MS+ by one of the top coin grading companies. *** [?].


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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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