As of May, 2024, a 1956 Nickel, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $50.00 and $19,500.00, 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 $19,387.50 in the 09/02/2021 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: 669,384
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1956 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-6919,500.00
MS-68+4,750.00
MS-682,650.00
MS-67+1,650.00
MS-671,150.00
MS-66+800.00
MS-66725.00
MS-65+450.00
MS-65400.00
MS-64+150.00
MS-64125.00
MS-63+65.00
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 State50.0019,500.002,497.31

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 1956 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1956 Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.004,000.00
1956-D Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.00350.00
1956 Nickel (Proof)N/AN/A6.00150.00
1956 Nickel QDR FS-801, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A24.00550.00
1956 Nickel TDR FS-802 (Regular Strike)5.0016.0018.00375.00
1956-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A20.006,500.00
1956 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8.004,250.00
1956 Nickel QDR FS-801 (Regular Strike)N/AN/A20.00700.00
1956 Nickel DDO FS-102 (035.4) (Proof)N/AN/A42.00425.00
1956 Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A20.00825.00

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.

1956 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

$1,020.00

Lowest Sale Price
$7,763.00

Highest Sale Price
$2,816.39

Average Sale Price
$1,020.00

Most Recent Sale Price
21

Number of Sales
$59,144.13

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-692,530.0019,387.505,595.79
MS-68+3,525.006,756.254,490.31
MS-681,020.007,763.002,816.39
MS-67504.002,070.001,228.15

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1956 Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-67 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $19,387.50.

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 1956 Nickel, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1956 Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 85.42% share, followed by Legend Rare Coin Auctions / Stack's Bowers with 6.25% / 4.17% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1956 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-67PCGSHeritage Auctions504.0005/10/2023
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,020.0006/06/2022
MS-68+PCGSHeritage Auctions3,600.0005/08/2022
MS-69PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions19,387.5009/02/2021
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers2,040.0008/25/2021
MS-68+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions3,525.0004/21/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,160.0001/24/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,520.0010/18/2020
MS-68+PCGSHeritage Auctions4,080.0001/14/2019
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,920.0011/11/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions960.0001/03/2018
MS-68+PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions6,756.2512/14/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions528.0009/07/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0006/08/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2504/26/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,880.0004/26/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0009/07/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,115.0007/07/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0004/27/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0004/27/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,645.0001/06/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0010/29/2015
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0010/29/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0007/12/2015
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions2,820.0007/12/2015
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,028.1312/04/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,116.2512/04/2014
MS-67NGCGoldberg Auctioneers616.8806/02/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections2,695.0004/06/2014
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions5,581.0006/05/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions4,994.0004/24/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0003/08/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0001/03/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions2,530.0010/13/2011
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers7,763.0006/14/2011
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions2,760.0003/24/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,150.0002/15/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions3,738.0001/06/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0009/27/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0008/08/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0003/01/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions3,450.0001/01/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,639.0009/13/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions2,415.0006/01/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,725.0001/01/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions920.0006/03/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions1,898.0001/07/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions4,485.0001/07/2004