As of May, 2024, a 1952-S Nickel, FS in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $20.00 and $11,000.00, 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 $9,488.00 in the 03/01/2007 by renowned auctioneer Bowers & Merena, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Felix Schlag
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 20,572,000
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1952-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-6711,000.00
MS-66+1,250.00
MS-66850.00
MS-65+400.00
MS-65275.00
MS-64+185.00
MS-64125.00
MS-63+72.00
MS-6350.00
MS-62+30.00
MS-6226.00
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 State20.0011,000.001,100.38

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 (Proof)4.007.0010.001,500.00
1952 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A15.008,150.00
1952-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A18.005,850.00
1952 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-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
$105.00
Lowest Sale Price
$690.00
Highest Sale Price
$379.06
Average Sale Price
$258.50
Most Recent Sale Price
28
Number of Sales
$10,613.75
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-672,280.007,800.005,040.00
MS-66+851.888,812.502,837.05
MS-66360.009,488.001,904.68
MS-65+105.00690.00379.06
MS-65120.00432.00236.00
MS-6431.00109.0083.63

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1952-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $9,488.00.

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-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1952-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 87.67% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / Legend Rare Coin Auctions with 5.48% / 2.74% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1952-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-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,280.0011/19/2023
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers120.0004/12/2023
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions360.0010/26/2022
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions7,800.0008/28/2022
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions432.0007/27/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions576.0006/06/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions990.0001/31/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0001/12/2022
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions420.0012/15/2021
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions480.0009/01/2021
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers7,800.0008/25/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0007/29/2021
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions492.0007/14/2021
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,200.0005/26/2021
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions851.8812/03/2020
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions940.0007/16/2020
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions360.0004/08/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0006/09/2019
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,200.0004/28/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions600.0004/28/2019
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers384.0003/05/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions720.0001/14/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,140.0011/11/2018
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers660.0008/22/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions156.0006/06/2018
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,920.0012/07/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,200.0009/07/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,175.0004/26/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,232.5002/16/2017
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions998.7501/10/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0001/10/2017
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5001/10/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0012/13/2016
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions4,935.0010/31/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0007/07/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0002/14/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions235.0008/11/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions211.5001/18/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0011/09/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions293.7505/12/2014
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions8,812.5004/23/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions440.6304/23/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0007/07/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0007/08/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions231.0002/03/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0012/03/2009
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0008/05/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0005/13/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0003/16/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0006/26/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions4,313.0006/26/2008
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC403.0003/13/2008
MS-65+PCGSSuperior Galleries575.0001/05/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions417.0010/29/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0010/02/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions6,325.0009/27/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0006/05/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0003/20/2007
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena9,488.0003/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0012/05/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions519.0009/13/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0007/07/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0004/26/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0009/01/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0003/30/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions486.0001/19/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0012/08/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0009/22/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0007/26/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions31.0012/31/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0001/08/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions208.0010/06/2001
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions105.0006/27/2001

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

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