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The 1939-D is the key issue in the Jefferson nickel series, regarding basic availability in Mint State (not considering numerical gradations of Mint State and not considering the step count). It has been a favorite for a long time. Likely, about 25% of the mintage is from the Reverse of 1938, and the remainder or larger portion is from the Reverse of 1940. Few numismatists have sought one of each, so there is no market differential, except for sharp steps. Mint luster and eye appeal are usually very good.
Obverse Description
Felix Schlag's portrait of Jefferson, facing left, with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST on the left periphery, and LIBERTY * [year] on the right side.
Reverse Description
The Jefferson home is prominently centered with the name MONTICELLO captioned below. The denomination FIVE CENTS is spelled out in half circle underneath and the words E PLURIBUS UNUM and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA appear at the top and bottom periphery. The mintmark is positioned on the right side of Monticello.
Source: Q.David Bowers
Catalog Information
GSID:
3218
Designer:
Felix Schlag
Obverse Designer:
Felix Schlag
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1939
Reverse Designer:
Felix Schlag
Reverse Lettering:
MONTICELLO, FIVE CENTS, E PLURIBUS UNUM, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Reverse of 1938
Coin Date:
1939-D
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Denver
Mint Mark:
D
Mintage:
3,514,000
Coinage Type:
Jefferson nickel
Coinage Years:
1938-
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
4005
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Coin Value History
1939-D 5c Reverse of 1938 MS
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1939-D 5c Reverse of 1938 MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OGP* | - | $60.00 | $1,234 |
| MS68 |
|
$2,250 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS66+ PCGS. CDN: $66 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 3,514,000. ...
$89
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS67 PCGS. CDN: $105 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 3,514,000. ...
$124
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS64 PCGS. CDN: $42 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 3,514,000. ...
$69
1939-D 5c ANACS MS65
$43
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS63 PCGS. PCGS Population (18/1060). NGC Census: (5/515). Mintage: 3,514,000. Numismedia Wsl. Pr...
$52
France: 2004 1.5 Euros PCGS PR69 - 60th Anniversary of the D-Day Landing
$115
France: 2003 1.5 Euros Lousiana Purchase NGC Proof 68 UCameo
$17
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population (21/822). NGC Census: (6/572). Mintage: 3,514,000. Numismedia Wsl. Pri...
$75
1939-D Jefferson Nickel. Reverse of 1938. MS-66 (PCGS).
$69
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938, MS67 PCGS. CDN: $105 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 3,514,000. ...
$129
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (152/1293). NGC Census: (13/492). CDN: $50 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS...
$47
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population: (420/744). NGC Census: (50/447). CDN: $85 Whsle. Bid for problem-free...
$45
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS63 ANACS. NGC Census: (5/518). PCGS Population (16/1044). Mintage: 3,514,000. Numismedia Wsl. P...
$42
France: 2003 1.5 Euros Lousiana Purchase NGC Proof 69 UCameo
$30
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS66 PCGS. CDN: $66 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 3,514,000. ...
$89
1939-D Jefferson Nickel. Reverse of 1938. MS-67 (PCGS).
$168
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (125/1165). NGC Census: (13/497). CDN: $70 Whsle. Bid for problem-fre...
$55
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS65 PCGS. PCGS Population: (420/744). NGC Census: (50/447). CDN: $85 Whsle. Bid for problem-free...
$45
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS63 ICG. NGC Census: (5/547). PCGS Population (15/886). Mintage: 3,514,000. Numismedia Wsl. Pric...
$51
1939-D 5C Reverse of 1938 MS66 PCGS. CDN: $66 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 3,514,000. ...
$64
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Worth: $0 – $6
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Worth: $3 – $60
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Worth: $0 – $12
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Worth: $0 – $75
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Worth: $0 – $275
Jefferson Nickel 5c Modified Portrait, Satin Finish, 2006- MS [Type]
Worth: $2 – $150
1938 5c MS
Worth: $0 – $150
1938 5c MS FS
Worth: $40 – $2,500
1938-D 5c Jefferson MS
Worth: $1 – $1,400
1938-D 5c Jefferson MS FS
Worth: $15 – $2,600
1938-S 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $2,000
1938-S 5c MS FS
Worth: $80 – $800
1939 5c Reverse of 1938 MS
Worth: $1 – $1,500
1939 5c Reverse of 1938 MS FS
Worth: $85 – $1,200
1939 5c Reverse of 1940 MS
Worth: $1 – $800
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