As of May, 2024, a 1959 Nickel, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $20.00 and $450.00, 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 $1,150.00 in the 03/17/2011 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: 1,149,291
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1959 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-69450.00
MS-68+260.00
MS-68200.00
MS-67+85.00
MS-6750.00
MS-66+36.00
MS-6630.00
MS-65+22.00
MS-6520.00

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 State20.00450.00128.11

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 1959 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1959 Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.00285.00
1959-D Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.001,000.00
1959 Nickel (Proof)2.004.005.00325.00
1959 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6.004,750.00
1959-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8.003,250.00
1959 Nickel, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A150.009,500.00

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.

1959 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:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$35.00
Lowest Sale Price
$276.00
Highest Sale Price
$102.66
Average Sale Price
$117.00
Most Recent Sale Price
53
Number of Sales
$5,441.09
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69186.001,150.00345.85
MS-6835.00276.00102.66
MS-6721.00127.0040.71
MS-6614.0023.0016.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1959 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-66 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $1,150.00.

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 1959 Nickel, CAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1959 Nickel, CAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 73.20% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 14.43% / 12.37% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1959 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 Auctions186.0005/10/2023
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions117.0005/10/2023
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions186.0011/09/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions114.0010/19/2022
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions252.0010/12/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions99.0010/12/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions95.0008/10/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions105.0006/06/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions114.0005/25/2022
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions200.4004/28/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions144.0006/30/2021
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions198.0010/21/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions210.0006/24/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions228.0004/08/2020
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions132.0011/20/2019
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC23.0004/21/2019
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0004/18/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0003/28/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0001/17/2017
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions258.5004/26/2016
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC210.0003/13/2016
MS-69NGCGreat Collections225.5011/02/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections51.0908/03/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0006/22/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections35.0006/01/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections288.2004/06/2014
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions411.0012/05/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections25.0011/17/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections79.0010/27/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions147.0009/23/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections55.0009/01/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions88.0004/29/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0001/21/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions100.0001/07/2013
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions65.0011/12/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0007/12/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections63.0012/18/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections45.0011/27/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections46.0011/06/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections45.0010/30/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections45.0010/23/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections45.0010/16/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0004/27/2011
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions1,150.0003/17/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0009/27/2010
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions518.0009/22/2010
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC35.0004/01/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions253.0003/24/2010
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC37.0003/01/2010
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC75.0012/14/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0011/02/2009
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC24.0007/16/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions84.0006/17/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0012/17/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions51.0010/20/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC68.0004/03/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0001/21/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/17/2007
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC403.0012/06/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions59.0011/14/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0011/12/2007
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC173.0010/04/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions207.0008/15/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions63.0007/23/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0005/16/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0003/20/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0003/19/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0001/10/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0011/01/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions230.0010/24/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0009/20/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions92.0009/18/2006
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC35.0007/31/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions207.0007/11/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions49.0005/17/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions92.0002/12/2006
MS-68ICGHeritage Auctions35.0001/11/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions98.0011/16/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0011/07/2005
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC127.0010/03/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0009/26/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions311.0008/01/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0007/04/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0002/28/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions95.0001/30/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions207.0001/17/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0001/05/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0012/13/2004
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC14.0011/01/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions93.0012/10/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0008/27/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0007/23/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions155.0005/01/2003
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions32.0007/28/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions83.0005/15/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0005/03/2001
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions55.0006/08/2000

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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