As of May, 2024, a 1951-S Nickel, FS in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $20.00 and $7,250.00, 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 $18,600.00 in the 10/30/2018 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Felix Schlag
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 7,776,000
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1951-S 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-677,250.00
MS-66+2,000.00
MS-66850.00
MS-65+360.00
MS-65275.00
MS-64+140.00
MS-64100.00
MS-63+50.00
MS-6337.00
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 State20.007,250.00858.00

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 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A20.007,500.00
1951-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.003,150.00
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-S 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
$348.00
Lowest Sale Price
$2,875.00
Highest Sale Price
$1,126.16
Average Sale Price
$840.00
Most Recent Sale Price
27
Number of Sales
$30,406.25
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67+4,080.004,080.004,080.00
MS-671,980.0018,600.006,854.29
MS-66+810.004,465.002,216.41
MS-66348.002,875.001,126.16
MS-65+138.00387.75213.49
MS-65130.00288.00209.00
MS-6418.0090.0042.50
XF-4047.0047.0047.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1951-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from XF-40 to MS-67+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $18,600.00.

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-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1951-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 75.00% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Bowers & Merena with 7.35% / 7.35% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1951-S 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-67PCGSHeritage Auctions4,560.0001/14/2024
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions1,980.0001/14/2024
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions5,520.0005/07/2023
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers840.0004/12/2023
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,880.0008/28/2022
MS-67+NGCHeritage Auctions4,080.0007/17/2022
MS-66+NGCHeritage Auctions810.0006/06/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions600.0001/12/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions630.0001/12/2022
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers3,120.0008/25/2021
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers660.0008/25/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0007/29/2021
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions3,840.0004/25/2021
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,200.0004/07/2021
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,233.7512/03/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions456.0010/28/2020
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,233.7507/16/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions528.0006/10/2020
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions348.0004/08/2020
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC10,600.0008/11/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,320.0006/09/2019
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers1,680.0003/05/2019
MS-67PCGSStack's Bowers18,600.0010/30/2018
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC130.0009/02/2018
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,232.5002/16/2017
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions822.5001/10/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2501/04/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions387.7507/12/2016
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions4,465.0001/06/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5001/07/2015
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2501/07/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions170.3809/01/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions176.2506/02/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions217.3803/24/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions881.0002/07/2013
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions200.0001/09/2013
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions306.0010/01/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0007/07/2011
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0006/01/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0007/08/2010
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena863.0006/17/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0002/03/2010
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC273.0001/01/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0003/16/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0003/01/2009
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena150.0011/01/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,066.0008/18/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0006/26/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0008/22/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,006.0005/01/2007
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena2,185.0003/01/2007
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC90.0001/08/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0008/22/2006
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions25.0005/03/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0007/27/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0003/30/2005
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC173.0003/28/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0012/08/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,668.0011/04/2004
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena1,725.0010/29/2004
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena2,185.0008/14/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,875.0003/25/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions155.0001/21/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions37.0012/24/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,208.0001/08/2003
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions47.0011/19/2002
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions18.0009/03/2002
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0011/18/2001

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

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