As of May, 2024, a 1960 Nickel in circulated condition is worth $10.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2.00 and $2,500.00, 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 $460.00 in the 01/17/2005 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: 55,416,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1960 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-672,500.00
MS-66+265.00
MS-6635.00
MS-65+20.00
MS-6515.00
MS-64+11.00
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 State2.002,500.00221.46
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 1960 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1960-D Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.004,150.00
1960 Nickel (Proof)N/AN/A5.00250.00
1960 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A80.0015,250.00
1960 Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A10.00300.00
1960 Nickel, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A40.003,250.00
1960 Nickel QDR FS-801 (Proof)N/AN/A52.00675.00
1960 Nickel QDR FS-801, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A100.001,000.00

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.

1960 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

$10.00

Lowest Sale Price
$150.00

Highest Sale Price
$51.25

Average Sale Price
$25.00

Most Recent Sale Price
28

Number of Sales
$1,435.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6711.00204.00135.67
MS-66+211.50211.50211.50
MS-6610.00150.0051.25
MS-65+5.00460.0036.11
MS-645.0074.0022.60
AU-5535.0035.0035.00
AU-5019.0019.0019.00
PO-1190.00190.00190.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1960 Nickel (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-65+ 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 1960 Nickel (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1960 Nickel (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 51.72% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 31.03% / 15.52% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1960 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-67NGCHeritage Auctions192.0008/31/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions204.0008/31/2022
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC25.0004/18/2021
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC30.0011/10/2019
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC35.0004/23/2018
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions211.5001/04/2017
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections10.0012/21/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections10.0011/30/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections15.0006/15/2014
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections9.0005/04/2014
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections10.0001/26/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections17.0009/15/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections57.0003/31/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections55.0003/24/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections55.0003/10/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections55.0002/24/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections55.0002/03/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections63.0001/27/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections83.0001/06/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections55.0009/23/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections83.0009/09/2012
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions74.0008/02/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections83.0005/06/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections87.0003/18/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections25.0012/25/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0005/02/2011
MS-65+NGCDavid Lawrence RC16.0005/14/2009
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC14.0004/30/2009
AU-50ICGHeritage Auctions19.0012/24/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0011/03/2008
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC18.0010/23/2008
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions17.0003/24/2008
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions45.0007/16/2007
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0003/21/2007
MS-65+NGCDavid Lawrence RC5.0001/15/2007
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0010/30/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions13.0010/09/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0010/02/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions13.0009/27/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0009/25/2006
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions25.0009/25/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0009/20/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0009/18/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0009/11/2006
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions25.0009/11/2006
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions31.0009/06/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0009/04/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0008/30/2006
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions25.0008/30/2006
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0006/05/2006
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC9.0005/01/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0001/04/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0001/17/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0001/17/2005
PO-1NONEGoldberg Auctioneers190.0005/27/2003
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions11.0010/15/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5.0005/08/2002
AU-55NONEHeritage Auctions35.0005/04/2000