As of May, 2024, a 1962 Nickel in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $4.00 and $70.00, 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 $167.00 in the 05/05/2003 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: 3,218,019
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1962 Nickel (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6970.00
MS-68+28.00
MS-6817.00
MS-67+15.00
MS-6712.00
MS-66+10.00
MS-6610.00
MS-65+8.00
MS-658.00
MS-64+7.00
MS-647.00
MS-63+6.00
MS-636.00
MS-62+5.00
MS-625.00
MS-614.00
MS-604.00

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 State4.0070.0013.06

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 1962 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1962 Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.00375.00
1962-D Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.005,000.00
1962 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A7.0013,500.00
1962-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A20.004,250.00
1962 Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A7.00250.00
1962 Nickel, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A12.00800.00

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.

1962 Nickel (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

$5.00

Lowest Sale Price
$55.00

Highest Sale Price
$14.64

Average Sale Price
$5.00

Most Recent Sale Price
28

Number of Sales
$410.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7012.0086.0032.62
MS-6911.0087.0037.94
MS-687.0098.0021.79
MS-675.0055.0014.64
MS-663.85167.0031.18
MS-657.0047.0020.25
MS-647.007.007.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1962 Nickel (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $167.00.

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 1962 Nickel (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1962 Nickel (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 59.22% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 28.16% / 9.71% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1962 Nickel (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-66PCGSHeritage Auctions71.0001/08/2024
MS-67ANACSDavid Lawrence RC5.0004/02/2023
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions47.0007/14/2021
MS-66NGCKagin's3.8504/01/2019
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC50.0009/30/2018
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions31.0001/17/2017
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections6.0012/14/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections6.0011/09/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections10.0006/29/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections13.0003/23/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections11.0002/23/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections10.0001/05/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections17.0010/06/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections50.0009/22/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections9.0009/08/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections20.0008/11/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections30.0007/28/2013
MS-64NGCGreat Collections7.0007/14/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections16.0007/07/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections25.0006/30/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections18.0006/23/2013
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC13.0006/02/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections11.0005/05/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections30.0003/31/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections12.0003/10/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections20.0012/16/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections8.0012/09/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections10.0011/25/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections9.0010/28/2012
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections7.0009/30/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections15.0002/19/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections8.0012/18/2011
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections42.0011/20/2011
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections20.0011/13/2011
MS-68NGCGreat Collections11.0010/02/2011
MS-67NGCGreat Collections55.0007/24/2011
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions53.0011/23/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0008/19/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions16.0008/12/2009
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC19.0006/11/2009
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC19.0003/12/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0001/07/2009
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions11.0009/29/2008
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC21.0008/21/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions28.0006/23/2008
MS-70ICGDavid Lawrence RC21.0003/20/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0003/19/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0002/20/2008
MS-68ANACSHeritage Auctions10.0001/14/2008
MS-68NGCGoldberg Auctioneers98.0009/25/2007
MS-70ICGGoldberg Auctioneers30.0009/25/2007
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions17.0008/13/2007
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions19.0008/13/2007
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions17.0008/08/2007
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions21.0008/08/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0007/16/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0003/20/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions81.0003/20/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0011/08/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions11.0011/06/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions14.0008/23/2006
MS-68ANACSHeritage Auctions11.0007/19/2006
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions86.0006/12/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0006/05/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0004/10/2006
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC58.0004/03/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0009/04/2005
MS-70ICGDavid Lawrence RC18.0012/20/2004
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions7.0011/03/2004
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions8.0011/03/2004
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions7.0011/03/2004
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions8.0011/03/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0011/03/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions13.0011/03/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions11.0011/03/2004
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions30.0010/27/2004
MS-65ANACSHeritage Auctions16.0010/27/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0008/25/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions62.0005/12/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions12.0004/21/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions19.0004/07/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions32.0011/05/2003
MS-68ANACSHeritage Auctions23.0010/08/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions100.0008/06/2003
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions11.0007/16/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions167.0005/05/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions22.0004/09/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions9.0001/22/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions8.0001/22/2003
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions30.0012/10/2002
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions22.0011/19/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions29.0009/24/2002
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions8.0009/24/2002
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions7.0009/24/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions39.0009/10/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions38.0008/20/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions44.0006/04/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions37.0001/16/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions87.0011/18/2001
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions7.0010/17/2001
MS-67ANACSHeritage Auctions8.0008/01/2001
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions36.0006/13/2001
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions30.0002/02/2000