As of May, 2024, a 1954 Nickel, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $50.00 and $18,500.00, 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 $7,475.00 in the 01/05/2011 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: 233,300
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1954 Nickel, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6918,500.00
MS-68+5,500.00
MS-682,100.00
MS-67+1,300.00
MS-67950.00
MS-66+875.00
MS-66850.00
MS-65+400.00
MS-65300.00
MS-64+125.00
MS-64100.00
MS-63+60.00
MS-6350.00

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 State50.0018,500.002,393.08

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 1954 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1954 Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.001.00575.00
1954 Nickel (Proof)N/AN/A6.00325.00
1954-D Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.00325.00
1954-S Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.00750.00
1954-S/D Nickel (Regular Strike)7.0024.0027.001,150.00
1954 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A18.002,500.00
1954-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A20.0010,000.00
1954-D/D Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike)5.00185.00200.00850.00
1954-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A75.0040,000.00
1954-S/D Nickel Overmintmark FS-501 (Regular Strike)7.0022.0025.001,150.00
1954-S/S Nickel RPM FS-502 (Regular Strike)5.0024.0027.00375.00
1954 Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A15.00900.00

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.

1954 Nickel, Dcam (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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$516.00

Lowest Sale Price
$7,475.00

Highest Sale Price
$2,926.42

Average Sale Price
$630.00

Most Recent Sale Price
21

Number of Sales
$61,454.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69960.003,080.001,792.50
MS-68+4,112.505,640.004,876.25
MS-68516.007,475.002,926.42
MS-67276.002,530.00987.42
MS-66575.00823.00702.13

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1954 Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-66 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $7,475.00.

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 1954 Nickel, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1954 Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 91.11% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 2.22% / 2.22% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1954 Nickel, DCAM (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 Auctions630.0007/13/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions276.0006/29/2022
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,320.0006/06/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions288.0006/06/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions516.0006/06/2022
MS-68+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,112.5009/02/2021
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers1,680.0008/25/2021
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,140.0005/26/2021
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC400.0007/19/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions960.0008/18/2019
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,200.0010/14/2018
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions660.0006/17/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,590.0007/04/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2504/26/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,527.5004/04/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,762.5001/04/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions998.7508/10/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,232.5007/07/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,937.5004/27/2016
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,880.0001/06/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions822.5001/06/2016
MS-68+PCGSHeritage Auctions5,640.0004/26/2015
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions3,055.0012/04/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,290.0006/04/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,818.7504/23/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5003/21/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,782.4802/27/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections3,080.0001/26/2014
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions588.0008/08/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions940.0007/11/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions999.0006/05/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions4,113.0004/24/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions4,700.0004/24/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions5,875.0003/21/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions823.0001/09/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0001/05/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0004/28/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions5,980.0002/03/2010
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions868.0001/06/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions575.0009/27/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0003/01/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0002/01/2007
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions431.0009/13/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,610.0001/12/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions834.0007/26/2003