As of May, 2024, a 1954 Nickel, FS in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $18.00 and $2,500.00, 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 $8,812.50 in the 08/04/2012 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: 47,684,050
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1954 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-66+2,500.00
MS-662,150.00
MS-65+775.00
MS-65475.00
MS-64+150.00
MS-6485.00
MS-63+55.00
MS-6340.00
MS-62+25.00
MS-6222.00
MS-6120.00
MS-6018.00

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 State18.002,500.00526.25

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-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, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A50.0018,500.00
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, 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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$61.00

Lowest Sale Price
$632.15

Highest Sale Price
$364.47

Average Sale Price
$199.75

Most Recent Sale Price
28

Number of Sales
$10,205.18

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-66+2,280.002,280.002,280.00
MS-66420.008,812.501,597.17
MS-65+61.00632.15364.47
MS-65138.00528.00390.00
MS-6436.00121.0065.56

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1954 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-66+. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $8,812.50.

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, FS (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1954 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 69.64% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / David Lawrence RC with 23.21% / 3.57% 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, 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-66NGCHeritage Auctions420.0006/06/2022
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers1,920.0008/25/2021
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers504.0008/25/2021
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers1,500.0008/25/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions528.0007/29/2021
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions492.0003/17/2021
MS-66+PCGSStack's Bowers2,280.0011/18/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,170.0008/09/2020
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,057.5007/16/2020
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions720.0010/02/2019
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers1,440.0008/20/2019
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions424.8008/18/2019
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,680.0004/28/2019
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions138.0010/17/2018
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers2,160.0008/22/2018
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions199.7505/31/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions176.2502/14/2016
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5001/18/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions998.7511/06/2014
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC75.0009/28/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions188.0006/30/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions182.1305/12/2014
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers558.1304/01/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions205.6303/31/2014
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers581.6302/18/2014
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers581.6302/04/2014
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers581.6301/21/2014
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers632.1501/07/2014
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers575.7512/24/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions46.0003/11/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions59.0002/11/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions62.0012/17/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0012/03/2012
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions62.0009/03/2012
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers8,812.5008/04/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0007/07/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0006/01/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0002/03/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0005/20/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0003/16/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions196.0003/01/2009
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena350.0011/01/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0006/26/2008
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions144.0005/12/2008
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC518.0003/13/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0010/02/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0006/05/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions472.0011/02/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions690.0006/02/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0003/30/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0003/30/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0011/04/2004
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions61.0009/22/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions121.0009/22/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions36.0012/31/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0001/08/2003