As of May, 2024, a 1963 Nickel, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $8.00 and $15,000.00, 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 $881.00 in the 07/11/2013 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: 3,075,645
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1938-1964

1963 Nickel, Dcam (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-7015,000.00
MS-69575.00
MS-68+95.00
MS-6850.00
MS-67+38.00
MS-6732.00
MS-66+25.00
MS-6622.00
MS-65+16.00
MS-6514.00
MS-64+10.00
MS-6410.00
MS-63+8.00
MS-638.00

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 State8.0015,000.001,135.93

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 1963 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1963 Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.003,500.00
1963-D Nickel (Regular Strike)10.0010.002.001,650.00
1963 Nickel (Proof)N/AN/A6.00600.00
1963-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A150.007,500.00
1963 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A10.004,750.00
1963 Nickel TDR FS-801 (037.3) (Regular Strike)N/AN/A30.00300.00
1963 Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A7.0065.00

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.

1963 Nickel, Dcam (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

$60.00

Lowest Sale Price
$881.00

Highest Sale Price
$344.70

Average Sale Price
$240.00

Most Recent Sale Price
63

Number of Sales
$21,716.38

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6960.00881.00344.70
MS-6813.00196.0049.62
MS-67+18.6318.6318.63
MS-6714.0032.0022.67
MS-667.0043.0018.40

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1963 Nickel, DCAM (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 $881.00.

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 1963 Nickel, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1963 Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 73.48% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 12.88% / 10.61% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1963 Nickel, DCAM (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-69PCGSStack's Bowers240.0004/12/2023
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions528.0006/06/2022
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions630.0006/06/2022
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions456.0012/22/2021
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC43.0011/28/2021
MS-69PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions616.8809/02/2021
MS-69PCGSStack's Bowers504.0008/25/2021
MS-69PCGSStack's Bowers264.0008/25/2021
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions408.0010/21/2020
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC183.0007/19/2020
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions384.0001/16/2018
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions399.5004/11/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5003/07/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions246.7501/17/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0001/03/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions199.7512/13/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5008/09/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions352.5005/24/2016
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions223.2505/24/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions399.5005/17/2016
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC38.0004/03/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions493.5003/22/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions470.0001/06/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions399.5001/06/2016
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions329.0007/28/2015
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions517.0004/26/2015
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions317.2512/07/2014
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions352.5012/04/2014
MS-67+PCGSGreat Collections18.6311/09/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections260.7011/02/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections26.2011/02/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections59.4007/06/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections583.6006/01/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections293.7006/01/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections8.0105/04/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections7.0004/27/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections368.5004/06/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections26.0004/06/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections28.0010/13/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions823.0009/25/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions881.0007/11/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections31.0007/07/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0006/10/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions764.0006/05/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions617.0004/24/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections39.0004/21/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections36.0004/07/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections66.0002/17/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions588.0001/09/2013
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections45.0005/06/2012
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections45.0012/18/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0001/05/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0009/22/2010
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions357.0002/03/2010
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0002/03/2010
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC34.0011/12/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0005/01/2009
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0012/22/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0007/07/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions57.0004/28/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions39.0004/28/2008
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC49.0002/21/2008
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions69.0002/20/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0001/16/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions127.0001/09/2008
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC37.0012/20/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions127.0011/14/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0011/14/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions196.0008/15/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0008/13/2007
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC52.0004/23/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions127.0004/23/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions276.0004/02/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0003/20/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0002/01/2007
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions60.0001/31/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions60.0001/15/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions184.0001/09/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions155.0001/09/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions19.0011/15/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions231.0010/24/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0010/24/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions23.0010/18/2006
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC35.0010/09/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0009/18/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions14.0009/18/2006
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC35.0008/14/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions184.0007/11/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0006/07/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0006/06/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions24.0005/17/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions299.0004/11/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions15.0002/19/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions196.0012/19/2005
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC13.0011/28/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0011/02/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0010/02/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions230.0009/26/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions196.0009/04/2005
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC81.0008/29/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions206.0005/22/2005
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC23.0005/02/2005
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC23.0004/11/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0003/28/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0002/23/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0012/13/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions45.0008/11/2004
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC29.0006/28/2004
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions15.0004/21/2004
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions178.0001/12/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions236.0001/12/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions52.0001/07/2004
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions49.0011/19/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0009/22/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0007/23/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0005/28/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions72.0001/01/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions36.0012/17/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions32.0012/17/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions76.0012/10/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0012/03/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions33.0012/03/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0011/26/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions196.0011/25/2002
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0010/29/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions138.0005/01/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0004/03/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0001/03/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0010/03/2001
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions46.0007/25/2001
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0006/13/2001
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions52.0002/01/2001