As of May, 2024, a 1971-S Nickel, DCAM in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $3.00 and $215.00, 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 $1,553.00 in the 07/26/2003 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: 3,220,733
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1965 to Date

1971-S 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-69215.00
MS-68+26.00
MS-6820.00
MS-67+15.00
MS-6712.00
MS-66+10.00
MS-6610.00
MS-65+5.00
MS-655.00
MS-64+4.00
MS-643.00
MS-63+3.00
MS-633.00
MS-62+3.00
MS-623.00
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 State3.00215.0020.18

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 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3.005,500.00
1971-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.00450.00
1971-S Nickel, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A3.0014.00
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-S 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:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$12.00
Lowest Sale Price
$1,553.00
Highest Sale Price
$387.34
Average Sale Price
$69.00
Most Recent Sale Price
60
Number of Sales
$23,240.68
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6912.001,553.00387.34
MS-688.00173.0040.87
MS-676.0021.0012.89
MS-667.0016.0013.00
PO-1250.00250.00250.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1971-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-69. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-69 having the highest max price $1,553.00.

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-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1971-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 57.39% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 27.83% / 8.70% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1971-S 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-69NGCHeritage Auctions69.0005/10/2023
MS-69PCGSStack's Bowers132.0008/25/2021
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC100.0008/08/2021
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0010/21/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions84.0007/01/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions84.0007/01/2020
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions84.0007/01/2020
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0011/07/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions99.0004/18/2017
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0008/09/2016
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC310.0008/01/2016
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions223.2505/24/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions211.5002/07/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions305.5001/10/2016
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions387.7502/01/2015
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections8.0012/14/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections37.0011/23/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections6.0011/02/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections170.5011/02/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections9.0011/02/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections8.0010/26/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections357.5009/28/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections37.0008/03/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections15.0807/13/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections37.0007/06/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections59.4007/06/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections165.0006/29/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections110.0006/08/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections40.0006/01/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections15.0004/27/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections159.5004/06/2014
MS-69NGCStack's Bowers232.6503/04/2014
MS-69NGCStack's Bowers232.6502/18/2014
MS-69NGCStack's Bowers287.8802/04/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections7.0001/05/2014
MS-68NGCGreat Collections15.0012/29/2013
MS-69NGCStack's Bowers282.0012/24/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections341.0012/15/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions705.0009/25/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections14.0008/11/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections275.0008/04/2013
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions1,528.0006/05/2013
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions353.0001/09/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections30.0012/02/2012
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections10.0011/25/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections171.0010/28/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections341.0010/21/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections40.0004/29/2012
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections14.0004/15/2012
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0012/16/2011
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections40.0011/13/2011
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections40.0009/04/2011
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections40.0007/24/2011
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections40.0007/17/2011
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections40.0007/10/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0001/05/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0009/22/2010
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions69.0009/20/2010
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0007/08/2010
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions489.0002/03/2010
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions472.0002/03/2010
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions475.0002/03/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions690.0009/11/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0005/01/2009
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC19.0004/23/2009
MS-68NGCDavid Lawrence RC49.0002/23/2009
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC68.0012/01/2008
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC16.0009/08/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0001/16/2008
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions75.0001/16/2008
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions12.0010/31/2007
MS-69ICGDavid Lawrence RC32.0009/20/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0008/15/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0006/18/2007
MS-68PCGSDavid Lawrence RC173.0001/01/2007
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0011/20/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions345.0008/22/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions374.0008/13/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0008/02/2006
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions27.0003/08/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions403.0001/09/2006
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0011/28/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions345.0011/07/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions546.0009/01/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions374.0008/01/2005
PO-1PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities250.0007/25/2005
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions345.0001/12/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions27.0001/12/2005
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions48.0001/05/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0010/20/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0010/13/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0009/01/2004
MS-69ICGHeritage Auctions102.0006/07/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions633.0006/03/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions535.0001/12/2004
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0001/12/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0001/07/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions472.0012/24/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0011/26/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions35.0011/26/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0011/05/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0010/22/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0010/01/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions31.0009/03/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions805.0009/01/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions78.0008/20/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions58.0008/13/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions71.0008/06/2003
MS-69PCGSBowers & Merena1,208.0007/30/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions1,553.0007/26/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0007/16/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions53.0007/16/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions748.0006/18/2003
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions52.0006/18/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0012/24/2002

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