As of May, 2024, a 1966 Nickel SMS, CAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $17.00 and $1,050.00, 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 $3,738.00 in the 01/01/2006 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: 2,260,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel

1966 Nickel Sms, Cam (Special Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-681,050.00
MS-67+450.00
MS-6770.00
MS-66+55.00
MS-6645.00
MS-65+28.00
MS-6522.00
MS-64+18.00
MS-6417.00

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 State17.001,050.00195.00

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 1966 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1966 Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.002,500.00
1966 Nickel SMS (Special Strike)N/AN/A12.00140.00
1966 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,000.0040,000.00
1966 Nickel SMS, DCAM (Special Strike)N/AN/A30.006,500.00

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.

1966 Nickel Sms, Cam (Special 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

$9.00

Lowest Sale Price
$329.00

Highest Sale Price
$76.16

Average Sale Price
$89.00

Most Recent Sale Price
41

Number of Sales
$3,122.52

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-69633.00633.00633.00
MS-68179.003,738.001,198.23
MS-679.00329.0076.16
MS-668.0081.0034.23
MS-658.0031.0022.78
MS-6412.0012.0012.00
FR-21,645.001,645.001,645.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1966 Nickel SMS, CAM (Special Strike) coin across various grades from FR-2 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $3,738.00.

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 1966 Nickel SMS, CAM (Special Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1966 Nickel SMS, CAM (Special Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 68.82% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 18.28% / 7.53% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1966 Nickel SMS, CAM (Special 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-68NGCHeritage Auctions348.0011/02/2022
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions372.0006/06/2022
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions492.0005/11/2022
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers900.0008/25/2021
MS-68NGCStack's Bowers288.0008/11/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions89.0004/18/2017
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions33.0004/11/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0009/22/2016
MS-68PCGSStack's Bowers1,527.5008/09/2016
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions763.7505/24/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions129.2501/10/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0007/28/2015
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0002/03/2015
MS-67NGCGreat Collections45.0011/30/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0011/02/2014
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions282.0009/04/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections63.8807/20/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections11.0207/20/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections16.0007/13/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections32.6906/08/2014
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions381.8806/04/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions98.7006/02/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections24.0009/29/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections45.0009/01/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections179.0009/01/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections110.0008/18/2013
FR-2PCGSStack's Bowers1,645.0007/27/2013
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions45.0007/08/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections8.0006/02/2013
MS-65NGCGreat Collections8.0006/02/2013
MS-67NGCGreat Collections110.0006/02/2013
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections9.0002/10/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0001/09/2013
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0011/29/2012
MS-67NGCGreat Collections60.0009/23/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions2,585.0008/02/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections59.0002/12/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections25.0001/08/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections35.0009/18/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions38.0008/29/2011
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0008/15/2011
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0008/08/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions56.0007/18/2011
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC54.0005/27/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions633.0003/24/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0002/15/2010
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0006/17/2009
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena130.0003/01/2009
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC33.0009/22/2008
MS-65ICGHeritage Auctions24.0004/21/2008
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC34.0011/19/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0011/14/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0008/15/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0008/15/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0005/21/2007
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC35.0001/08/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0012/04/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions47.0011/29/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0011/29/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions35.0010/25/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions60.0009/18/2006
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC35.0009/11/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0008/28/2006
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0008/02/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions51.0007/11/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions54.0005/17/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0002/26/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions253.0001/09/2006
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,738.0001/01/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0010/12/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions51.0009/28/2005
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions299.0009/26/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions51.0009/14/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0008/07/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions54.0006/08/2005
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions29.0006/08/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions26.0002/13/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions57.0001/26/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions3,220.0001/12/2005
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions30.0012/22/2004
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC40.0012/20/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions52.0012/15/2004
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC81.0010/11/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions12.0010/06/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions72.0005/12/2004
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions27.0004/28/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions44.0002/25/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions76.0001/12/2004
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions42.0009/03/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0008/27/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions299.0007/26/2003
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions75.0007/26/2003
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions90.0002/02/2000