As of May, 2024, a 1952 Nickel in circulated condition is worth between $4.00 and $7.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $10.00 and $1,500.00, 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 $600.00 in the 06/29/2022 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: 81,980
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1952 Nickel (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-691,500.00
MS-68+225.00
MS-68125.00
MS-67+90.00
MS-6775.00
MS-66+60.00
MS-6655.00
MS-65+40.00
MS-6534.00
MS-64+32.00
MS-6430.00
MS-63+26.00
MS-6324.00
MS-62+16.00
MS-6215.00
MS-6112.00
MS-6010.00
AU-58+7.00
AU-587.00
AU-55+6.00
AU-556.00
AU-53+5.00
AU-535.00
AU-50+4.00
AU-504.00

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 State10.001,500.00139.35
About Uncirculated4.007.005.50

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 1952 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1952 Nickel (Regular Strike)1.001.004.001,800.00
1952-D Nickel (Regular Strike)1.002.003.00400.00
1952-S Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.00875.00
1952 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A15.008,150.00
1952-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A18.005,850.00
1952-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A20.0011,000.00
1952 Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A25.00500.00
1952 Nickel, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A125.0011,750.00

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.

1952 Nickel (Proof) – 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
$25.00
Lowest Sale Price
$178.00
Highest Sale Price
$55.49
Average Sale Price
$77.00
Most Recent Sale Price
79
Number of Sales
$4,383.87
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69120.00600.00291.38
MS-6840.00201.0089.03
MS-6725.00178.0055.49
MS-6616.00253.0040.91
MS-659.0037.0024.40
MS-6412.0089.0039.00
MS-6221.0021.0021.00
PO-1504.00504.00504.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1952 Nickel (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $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 1952 Nickel (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1952 Nickel (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 74.43% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 13.24% / 10.50% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1952 Nickel (Proof) 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-68NGCHeritage Auctions76.0005/10/2023
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions77.0004/12/2023
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions80.0003/01/2023
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions67.0002/22/2023
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions63.0002/15/2023
MS-68ANACSDavid Lawrence RC49.0001/29/2023
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC325.0012/25/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions139.0008/17/2022
MS-69NGCStack's Bowers600.0006/29/2022
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions312.0006/06/2022
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC160.0005/22/2022
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions480.0004/28/2022
MS-68NGCStack's Bowers40.0004/13/2022
MS-69NGCStack's Bowers120.0004/13/2022
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC85.0003/20/2022
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC65.0012/12/2021
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC65.0011/28/2021
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions204.0009/15/2021
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions222.0009/01/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0006/23/2021
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions69.0005/19/2021
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions69.0005/19/2021
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC60.0012/13/2020
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC46.0010/25/2020
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions168.0010/21/2020
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC41.0009/13/2020
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC38.0008/30/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0007/01/2020
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC48.0005/31/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions74.0005/06/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions91.0002/05/2020
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC50.0007/14/2019
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers95.0005/15/2019
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions89.0003/06/2019
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions288.0001/30/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions61.0011/14/2018
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC33.0008/26/2018
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC46.0007/22/2018
PO-1NONEHeritage Auctions504.0004/10/2018
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions35.0003/06/2018
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions28.0001/09/2018
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC120.0012/25/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0009/26/2017
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC65.0009/18/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0005/16/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0005/16/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0003/21/2017
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC110.0003/13/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0001/17/2017
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions74.0001/03/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0011/15/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions61.0011/08/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0009/22/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0009/03/2016
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions99.0007/27/2016
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions246.7507/05/2016
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions129.2505/09/2016
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions79.0001/10/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0003/10/2015
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections91.3012/28/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections55.0008/03/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections20.0007/27/2014
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions235.0007/10/2014
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions88.0006/16/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections67.1006/01/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections31.0004/06/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections33.7703/30/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections30.0012/15/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions129.0011/15/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0009/23/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections55.0008/04/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections27.0007/14/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections31.0007/07/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections29.0006/30/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections35.0006/30/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections88.0006/23/2013
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections25.0006/23/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections45.0006/23/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections59.0006/16/2013
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC56.0005/26/2013
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions382.0004/24/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections74.0004/21/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections42.0002/10/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0001/21/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions100.0001/07/2013
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions353.0010/18/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections35.0010/07/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0010/01/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections83.0009/30/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections38.0009/23/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions36.0009/03/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0008/13/2012
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions62.0008/13/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections70.0008/12/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0007/12/2012
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions36.0006/18/2012
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions53.0005/21/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0012/12/2011
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0011/07/2011
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections16.0010/30/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0009/26/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions52.0009/12/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0001/24/2011
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions69.0004/28/2010
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC37.0003/29/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0003/22/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0002/15/2010
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC92.0011/19/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions127.0008/26/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0008/05/2009
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions36.0005/27/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions63.0005/13/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions33.0004/15/2009
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions25.0003/25/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions31.0002/11/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions45.0002/09/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0001/21/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions60.0001/05/2009
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions322.0010/20/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC49.0008/21/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions45.0008/04/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions33.0005/28/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions75.0005/26/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions49.0005/12/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0005/07/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0004/28/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions29.0004/28/2008
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions54.0004/23/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0004/02/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0003/19/2008
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0002/07/2008
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0002/04/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0001/16/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0001/14/2008
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions35.0012/24/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions64.0011/14/2007
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC9.0010/22/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0010/10/2007
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC16.0009/03/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0008/15/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions65.0008/08/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions48.0007/23/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0007/04/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC49.0006/14/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0005/28/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0005/16/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0005/16/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0005/09/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0004/04/2007
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC49.0003/26/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions60.0002/21/2007
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions21.0001/15/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0010/11/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions31.0009/25/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions57.0009/20/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0009/18/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0009/18/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions25.0008/22/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0007/12/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions33.0005/07/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0005/01/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions161.0004/26/2006
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions21.0003/08/2006
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions66.0001/08/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions75.0012/07/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions81.0010/02/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0010/02/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0009/04/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0008/31/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions86.0007/24/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions86.0007/17/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions93.0007/13/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0006/06/2005
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions21.0005/09/2005
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC53.0004/25/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions29.0002/23/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0002/23/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions75.0001/17/2005
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions30.0010/13/2004
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC37.0009/13/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions178.0009/13/2004
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions42.0009/08/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0009/08/2004
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions89.0007/26/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions59.0007/14/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0006/30/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0006/30/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0006/23/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions43.0006/23/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions55.0003/17/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0002/11/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0001/14/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0011/26/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0008/06/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions201.0008/06/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0001/13/2003
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions27.0011/05/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0009/24/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions59.0009/24/2002
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions45.0008/20/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions121.0005/22/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0004/17/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0004/10/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0003/27/2002
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions46.0002/20/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions24.0001/13/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions55.0001/03/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0012/19/2001
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions76.0011/18/2001
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0010/31/2001
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0010/31/2001
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0008/09/2001
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions120.0007/18/2001
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0006/02/2001
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0005/09/2001
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions31.0011/23/2000
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions47.0011/02/2000
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions28.0008/24/2000
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions53.0006/08/2000

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