As of May, 2024, a 1951 Nickel, FS in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $20.00 and $7,500.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $16,450.00 in the 02/27/2014 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Felix Schlag
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 28,552,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1951 Nickel, Fs (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-677,500.00
MS-66+2,500.00
MS-661,350.00
MS-65+575.00
MS-65450.00
MS-64+130.00
MS-6465.00
MS-63+50.00
MS-6336.00
MS-62+26.00
MS-6224.00
MS-6122.00
MS-6020.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State20.007,500.00980.62

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1951 Jefferson Nickel. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1951 Nickel (Regular Strike)1.003.006.001,500.00
1951-D Nickel (Regular Strike)1.002.003.00225.00
1951-S Nickel (Regular Strike)1.002.003.00350.00
1951 Nickel (Proof)N/AN/A22.00200.00
1951-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.003,150.00
1951-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A20.007,250.00
1951 Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A42.00525.00
1951 Nickel, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A300.004,750.00
1951 Nickel DDO FS-101 (Proof)N/AN/A44.00600.00
1951 Nickel DDO FS-101 (032.5), CAM (Proof)N/AN/A48.00525.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1951 Nickel, Fs (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$219.00
Lowest Sale Price
$472.00
Highest Sale Price
$320.26
Average Sale Price
$223.25
Most Recent Sale Price
31
Number of Sales
$9,928.00
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-674,800.0016,450.0010,625.00
MS-66+660.00660.00660.00
MS-66199.753,680.001,173.80
MS-65+219.00472.00320.26
MS-65552.00552.00552.00
MS-6413.0064.0045.85

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1951 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $16,450.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1951 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1951 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 80.77% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Legend Rare Coin Auctions with 5.13% / 3.85% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1951 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions660.0005/17/2023
MS-66NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions199.7510/23/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,020.0006/06/2022
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers4,800.0008/25/2021
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers1,800.0008/25/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions552.0007/29/2021
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions528.7504/21/2021
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,821.2507/16/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0010/24/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0004/10/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,680.0009/09/2018
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers384.0008/22/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions763.7504/04/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2502/16/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions223.2511/15/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0010/31/2016
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC375.0009/12/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions352.5007/05/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5003/01/2016
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions282.0008/11/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,880.0003/01/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5001/18/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5011/09/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions305.5011/06/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions940.0010/08/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections907.5009/28/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions305.5007/10/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions246.7506/09/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions646.2506/04/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions352.5004/23/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions16,450.0002/27/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0006/10/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,116.0006/05/2013
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections55.0005/12/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections550.0003/31/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions940.0002/07/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0010/01/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0007/07/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions230.0007/08/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0007/08/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0002/03/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions230.0009/11/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0008/05/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0003/18/2009
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena300.0011/01/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0006/26/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0003/05/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0010/02/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC2,875.0007/02/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0006/27/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0005/01/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions311.0010/11/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0009/13/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0007/11/2006
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC431.0005/08/2006
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions14.0004/30/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions389.0004/26/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0008/01/2005
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC345.0006/20/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0006/06/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0003/30/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0010/13/2004
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena2,013.0008/14/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions334.0006/07/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,680.0003/25/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions46.0011/17/2003
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions37.0006/25/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions311.0005/14/2003
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions64.0005/14/2003
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions48.0004/09/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0004/09/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0004/02/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions391.0003/19/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0002/12/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions368.0001/15/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions472.0001/08/2003
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions13.0010/22/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0007/27/2002

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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