As of May, 2024, a 1954-D Nickel, FS in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $20.00 and $10,000.00, 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 $9,693.75 in the 12/03/2020 by renowned auctioneer Legend Rare Coin Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Felix Schlag
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 117,183,060
Mint: Denver
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1954-D 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+10,000.00
MS-664,350.00
MS-65+1,850.00
MS-651,000.00
MS-64+225.00
MS-64135.00
MS-63+70.00
MS-6350.00
MS-62+30.00
MS-6225.00
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 State20.0010,000.001,481.42

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/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-D 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

$164.50

Lowest Sale Price
$3,055.00

Highest Sale Price
$910.73

Average Sale Price
$235.00

Most Recent Sale Price
34

Number of Sales
$30,964.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-66+9,693.759,693.759,693.75
MS-661,620.004,230.002,490.00
MS-65+164.503,055.00910.73
MS-65204.002,115.00840.24
MS-6438.00372.00128.29

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1954-D 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 $9,693.75.

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-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1954-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 86.89% share, followed by Legend Rare Coin Auctions / Bowers & Merena with 3.28% / 3.28% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1954-D 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 Auctions1,680.0011/19/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions61.0005/24/2023
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions2,100.0005/07/2023
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,620.0006/06/2022
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions432.0006/06/2022
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions372.0007/29/2021
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions204.0007/21/2021
MS-66+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions9,693.7512/03/2020
MS-66PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,820.0007/16/2020
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions360.0008/21/2019
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions235.0003/28/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions63.0007/12/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0006/08/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0005/09/2016
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions4,230.0004/27/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0002/14/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0001/06/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,419.4001/06/2016
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions199.7508/11/2015
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions176.2508/11/2015
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions164.5008/11/2015
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions282.0008/11/2015
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2501/07/2015
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions293.7511/06/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions329.0007/10/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions364.2505/12/2014
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions3,055.0004/23/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0012/17/2012
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers646.2511/16/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,175.0009/06/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0007/07/2011
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0006/01/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0005/03/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0004/28/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions575.0002/03/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0003/16/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0001/21/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions661.0008/18/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0006/26/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0006/26/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0012/27/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0011/14/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0009/27/2007
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena1,955.0003/01/2007
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC2,588.0012/11/2006
MS-65+PCGSStack's891.0011/07/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0010/24/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0009/19/2006
MS-65+PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities863.0006/21/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0004/26/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions144.0003/30/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0001/17/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,265.0012/08/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions834.0011/04/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,006.0009/09/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions1,006.0009/09/2004
MS-65+PCGSBowers & Merena1,840.0008/14/2004
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions437.0012/31/2003
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions38.0006/25/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions719.0003/05/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions2,013.0007/27/2002