As of May, 2024, a 1957-D Nickel in circulated condition is worth $10.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2.00 and $250.00, 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 $460.00 in the 09/22/2010 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: 136,828,900
Mint: Denver
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1957-D Nickel (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-67250.00
MS-66+80.00
MS-6640.00
MS-65+28.00
MS-6520.00
MS-64+14.00
MS-6410.00
MS-63+7.00
MS-635.00
MS-62+4.00
MS-623.00
MS-612.00
MS-602.00
PO-110.00

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 State2.00250.0035.77
Poor, Fair, and About Good10.0010.0010.00

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 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, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A25.003,500.00
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-D Nickel (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

$5.00

Lowest Sale Price
$83.00

Highest Sale Price
$26.77

Average Sale Price
$20.00

Most Recent Sale Price
37

Number of Sales
$990.32

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6749.99460.00156.94
MS-66+45.0045.0045.00
MS-667.0052.0024.16
MS-65+5.0083.0026.77
MS-649.0020.0014.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1957-D Nickel (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $460.00.

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-D Nickel (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1957-D Nickel (Regular Strike) coin. Great Collections dominates with 50.60% share, followed by Heritage Auctions / David Lawrence RC with 30.12% / 18.07% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1957-D Nickel (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-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0005/17/2023
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC39.0004/18/2021
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions180.0001/01/2020
MS-65+NGCDavid Lawrence RC20.0011/18/2018
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC19.0007/18/2016
MS-65+NGCDavid Lawrence RC5.0006/12/2016
MS-67NGCStack's Bowers100.0011/05/2015
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC25.0002/08/2015
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections21.0012/14/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections7.0011/30/2014
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions141.0010/26/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections49.9907/06/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections8.0006/22/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections115.5006/15/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections8.0006/15/2014
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections10.0002/02/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections30.0701/19/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections15.2501/19/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections16.4301/12/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections21.0001/12/2014
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections8.0001/05/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections28.7801/05/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections46.7901/05/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections9.0012/29/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections16.0012/29/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections26.0012/29/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections15.0012/08/2013
MS-64NGCGreat Collections15.0010/20/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections15.0009/22/2013
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections20.0009/15/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections41.0009/08/2013
MS-64PCGSGreat Collections20.0009/08/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections35.0009/01/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections41.0009/01/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections15.0009/01/2013
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections10.0008/25/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections36.0008/25/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections30.0008/18/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections35.0008/11/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections55.0008/11/2013
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections20.0008/11/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections38.0008/11/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections13.0008/04/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections9.0008/04/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions123.0007/08/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections8.0012/09/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections30.0011/25/2012
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections83.0007/08/2012
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections10.0005/27/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections30.0005/20/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections30.0004/22/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections30.0003/18/2012
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0008/01/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions50.0005/02/2011
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions460.0009/22/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0007/12/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0007/12/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0007/05/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0002/23/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions23.0003/26/2008
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0001/09/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0011/12/2007
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC16.0006/04/2007
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0001/01/2007
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0012/20/2006
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0010/09/2006
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC14.0007/10/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions21.0004/11/2006
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC9.0004/10/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions23.0012/07/2005
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC13.0011/28/2005
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC9.0006/27/2005
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC12.0005/02/2005
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC12.0004/04/2005
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0003/21/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0002/09/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0002/02/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0002/02/2005
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC19.0001/24/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0012/26/2004
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions47.0010/27/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions86.0011/21/2002
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions52.0007/18/2001