As of May, 2024, a 1971 Nickel, FS in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $3.00 and $5,500.00, 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 $2,160.00 in the 08/25/2021 by renowned auctioneer Stack's Bowers, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Felix Schlag
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 106,884,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1965 to Date

1971 Nickel, Fs (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-67+5,500.00
MS-672,100.00
MS-66+270.00
MS-6652.00
MS-65+32.00
MS-6524.00
MS-64+15.00
MS-6412.00
MS-63+8.00
MS-637.00
MS-62+4.00
MS-624.00
MS-613.00
MS-603.00

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 State3.005,500.00573.86

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 1971 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1971 Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.0036.00
1971-D Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.0080.00
1971-S Nickel (Proof)1.001.001.0010.00
1971 Nickel No S (Proof)N/AN/A825.001,850.00
1971-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.00450.00
1971-S Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A3.0014.00
1971-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A3.00215.00
1971 Nickel No S, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A850.002,150.00
1971 Nickel No S, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A950.004,500.00

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.

1971 Nickel, Fs (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:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$9.00
Lowest Sale Price
$259.00
Highest Sale Price
$26.55
Average Sale Price
$9.00
Most Recent Sale Price
38
Number of Sales
$1,009.00
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67516.002,160.001,294.67
MS-66+210.00210.00210.00
MS-6616.00136.0081.07
MS-65+9.00259.0026.55
MS-646.00213.0044.15

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1971 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-64 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $2,160.00.

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 1971 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1971 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 84.29% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 7.14% / 7.14% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1971 Nickel, FS (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-67PCGSStack's Bowers2,160.0008/25/2021
MS-66+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC210.0004/14/2019
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections9.0011/16/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections13.0007/13/2014
MS-64ICGGreat Collections6.0007/28/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections15.0007/07/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections35.0005/06/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions28.0007/18/2011
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0005/02/2011
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0006/17/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0002/15/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0006/04/2008
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions15.0004/30/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0003/24/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0001/28/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0001/28/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0001/28/2008
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0012/19/2007
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions16.0011/14/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0004/11/2007
MS-65+ICGDavid Lawrence RC14.0002/05/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0001/24/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0001/15/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0001/10/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0001/08/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0001/08/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0001/03/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0001/03/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0001/01/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0001/01/2007
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0012/27/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions23.0012/25/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0012/25/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0012/20/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0012/20/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0009/20/2006
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC46.0008/21/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions11.0004/19/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0001/11/2006
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0012/25/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0012/21/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0012/07/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0011/30/2005
MS-65+PCGSDavid Lawrence RC15.0011/28/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0011/27/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0011/23/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0011/16/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0011/09/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0010/19/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0010/16/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions92.0010/05/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions60.0010/02/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions45.0007/10/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0007/03/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions66.0007/03/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions115.0006/29/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions46.0006/22/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions125.0005/22/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions130.0005/15/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions74.0005/11/2005
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions516.0004/24/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions41.0003/23/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions201.0002/28/2005
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions136.0002/27/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions213.0011/08/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions259.0006/07/2004
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions12.0002/11/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions1,208.0011/21/2002
MS-66ANACSHeritage Auctions18.0009/29/2002
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions37.0009/29/2002

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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