As of May, 2024, a 1957 Nickel, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $25.00 and $3,500.00, 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 $2,990.00 in the 02/13/2008 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: 1,247,952
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1957 Nickel, Cam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-693,500.00
MS-68+2,100.00
MS-681,550.00
MS-67+400.00
MS-67200.00
MS-66+125.00
MS-6695.00
MS-65+75.00
MS-6570.00
MS-64+50.00
MS-6440.00
MS-63+30.00
MS-6325.00

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 State25.003,500.00635.38

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 1957 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1957 Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.00500.00
1957-D Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.00250.00
1957 Nickel (Proof)2.005.006.00550.00
1957 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A12.003,500.00
1957-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5.0015,000.00
1957 Nickel, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A100.004,000.00
1957 Nickel QDO FS-101 (Proof)N/AN/A30.001,000.00

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.

1957 Nickel, Cam (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

$54.00

Lowest Sale Price
$460.00

Highest Sale Price
$181.51

Average Sale Price
$71.00

Most Recent Sale Price
32

Number of Sales
$5,808.25

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6952.00940.00509.73
MS-68115.002,990.00762.52
MS-6754.00460.00181.51
MS-6663.0092.0077.50
PO-1380.00380.00380.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1957 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $2,990.00.

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 1957 Nickel, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1957 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 86.11% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 5.56% / 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 1957 Nickel, CAM (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-69NGCHeritage Auctions360.0005/10/2023
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions71.0012/28/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions75.0011/02/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions330.0006/06/2022
MS-68PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,821.2509/02/2021
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers1,140.0008/25/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions960.0010/21/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions228.0010/21/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions432.0004/08/2020
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions132.0006/20/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,560.0001/03/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions95.0008/15/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0008/02/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions63.0004/11/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0001/17/2017
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions763.7510/31/2016
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions587.5006/08/2016
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC210.0003/13/2016
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,410.0003/03/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions105.7502/07/2016
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions54.0004/05/2015
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions940.0012/04/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections291.5006/22/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections523.6004/06/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections137.5012/22/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0009/23/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections110.0008/04/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0007/08/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions881.0006/05/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions588.0004/24/2013
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions138.0010/13/2011
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions633.0003/17/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0003/17/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0001/17/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0001/17/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0001/05/2011
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0008/23/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,093.0008/11/2010
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC115.0004/15/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0003/24/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0002/15/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0002/03/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions138.0011/02/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions89.0008/05/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0005/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0001/26/2009
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions81.0010/20/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0009/01/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC302.0003/24/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0003/12/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0002/13/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0001/09/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions201.0012/05/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0011/29/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions92.0009/20/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0008/22/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions196.0008/22/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions276.0005/01/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0002/13/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0001/09/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0001/01/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0009/26/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0009/26/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions288.0008/01/2005
PO-1PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities380.0007/25/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions161.0007/13/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0012/08/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0007/26/2003
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions52.0011/25/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions472.0009/29/2002
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions110.0011/18/2001
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0006/02/2001