As of May, 2024, a 1976-D Nickel, FS in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2.00 and $3,500.00, 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 $1,800.00 in the 04/25/2021 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: 563,964,147
Mint: Denver
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1965 to Date

1976-D 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-673,500.00
MS-66+475.00
MS-66325.00
MS-65+50.00
MS-6522.00
MS-64+14.00
MS-6411.00
MS-63+7.00
MS-637.00
MS-62+4.00
MS-624.00
MS-613.00
MS-602.00

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 State2.003,500.00340.31

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 1976 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1976 Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.00200.00
1976-D Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.00175.00
1976 Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.003,500.00
1976-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof)3.003.003.00650.00

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.

1976-D 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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$58.75

Lowest Sale Price
$780.00

Highest Sale Price
$194.99

Average Sale Price
$204.00

Most Recent Sale Price
22

Number of Sales
$4,289.88

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67630.001,800.001,215.00
MS-6658.75780.00194.99
MS-65+8.3340.0029.37
MS-6411.0011.0011.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1976-D 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 $1,800.00.

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 1976-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1976-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 70.59% share, followed by Great Collections / Stack's Bowers with 17.65% / 5.88% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1976-D 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-66PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0005/17/2023
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions119.0003/15/2023
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0008/31/2022
MS-66NGCLegend Rare Coin Auctions58.7507/31/2022
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions630.0006/06/2022
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions69.0006/06/2022
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions89.0004/13/2022
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers780.0008/25/2021
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions252.0007/14/2021
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions1,800.0004/25/2021
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions223.2502/14/2016
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions94.0004/19/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions62.0004/12/2015
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions99.8801/11/2015
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections8.3310/26/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections25.0007/13/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections66.0007/06/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections35.0010/13/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections105.0007/28/2013
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers168.0004/16/2013
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections40.0002/10/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions212.0001/09/2013
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0004/27/2011
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC11.0010/28/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0006/02/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions253.0002/03/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions28.0008/05/2009
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0004/16/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions288.0012/13/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions201.0011/08/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions33.0009/22/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0007/26/2004
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions38.0004/09/2003
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0001/18/2001