As of May, 2024, a 1965 Nickel in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1.00 and $2,000.00, 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 $6,325.00 in the 02/01/2007 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: 136,131,380
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1965 to Date

1965 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-672,000.00
MS-66+310.00
MS-6638.00
MS-65+20.00
MS-6515.00
MS-64+8.00
MS-647.00
MS-63+5.00
MS-635.00
MS-62+3.00
MS-623.00
MS-612.00
MS-601.00

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 State1.002,000.00185.92

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 1965 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1965 Nickel SMS (Special Strike)1.001.003.00350.00
1965 Nickel SMS, CAM (Special Strike)N/AN/A4.001,500.00
1965 Nickel SMS, DCAM (Special Strike)N/AN/A100.003,500.00

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.

1965 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

$6.00

Lowest Sale Price
$431.00

Highest Sale Price
$84.38

Average Sale Price
$65.00

Most Recent Sale Price
29

Number of Sales
$2,447.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6710.006,325.001,050.32
MS-666.00431.0084.38
MS-65+6.0046.0029.67
MS-6486.0086.0086.00
MS-63242.00242.00242.00
MS-621,380.001,380.001,380.00
MS-61489.00489.00489.00
PO-113.0013.0013.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1965 Nickel (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $6,325.00.

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 1965 Nickel (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1965 Nickel (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 64.15% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 22.64% / 13.21% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1965 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 Auctions456.0004/12/2023
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions348.0002/08/2023
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions384.0008/31/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions252.0008/31/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions780.0008/31/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions312.0008/31/2022
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC65.0003/20/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions480.0002/02/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions840.0008/26/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions41.0005/16/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,645.0001/04/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0009/07/2016
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions164.5012/07/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections13.0011/30/2014
MS-65+ANACSGreat Collections6.0010/26/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections23.0008/24/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections16.0006/15/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections25.0006/01/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections25.0003/30/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections45.0012/15/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections6.0007/21/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions123.0007/08/2013
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions17.0006/03/2013
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions17.0006/03/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections25.0004/07/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions58.0002/11/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections25.0010/07/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections77.0008/19/2012
MS-66NGCGreat Collections66.0006/03/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0007/18/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0005/02/2011
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions1,380.0001/06/2010
PO-1NGCDavid Lawrence RC13.0008/06/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions150.0007/31/2009
PO-1NGCDavid Lawrence RC13.0007/13/2009
PO-1NGCDavid Lawrence RC13.0006/22/2009
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC37.0001/28/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0008/13/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0007/23/2007
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC16.0005/29/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0002/20/2007
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions6,325.0002/01/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions196.0001/09/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0004/26/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0002/13/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0001/29/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions173.0001/25/2006
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC46.0005/02/2005
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions242.0007/20/2004
MS-67ICGHeritage Auctions10.0010/15/2002
MS-61ANACSHeritage Auctions489.0004/25/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions101.0001/13/2002
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions86.0011/15/2001