As of May, 2024, a 1986-S Nickel, DCAM in circulated condition is worth $3.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $3.00 and $385.00, 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 $3,525.00 in the 04/24/2013 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: 3,010,497
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1965 to Date

1986-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-70385.00
MS-6915.00
MS-68+9.00
MS-688.00
MS-67+6.00
MS-676.00
MS-66+5.00
MS-665.00
MS-65+5.00
MS-655.00
MS-64+4.00
MS-644.00
MS-63+4.00
MS-634.00
MS-62+3.00
MS-623.00
MS-613.00
MS-603.00
AU-58+3.00
AU-583.00

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 State3.00385.0026.50
About Uncirculated3.003.003.00

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 1986 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1986-P Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.00250.00
1986-D Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.0032.00
1986-P Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.004,500.00
1986-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.002,750.00

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.

1986-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
$6.00
Lowest Sale Price
$104.00
Highest Sale Price
$19.45
Average Sale Price
$9.00
Most Recent Sale Price
64
Number of Sales
$1,245.00
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-7023.003,525.00740.69
MS-696.00104.0019.45
MS-689.0012.0010.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1986-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-68 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-70 having the highest max price $3,525.00.

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 1986-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1986-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 68.09% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Great Collections with 23.40% / 7.45% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1986-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-70PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0006/06/2022
MS-70PCGSDavid Lawrence RC180.0010/17/2021
MS-70PCGSDavid Lawrence RC235.0010/03/2021
MS-70PCGSStack's Bowers95.0008/25/2021
MS-70PCGSDavid Lawrence RC284.0008/08/2021
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions222.0012/11/2019
MS-70ANACSHeritage Auctions94.0002/27/2018
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions180.0009/26/2017
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions168.0009/05/2017
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions352.5004/11/2017
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5007/07/2016
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions822.5005/24/2016
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions493.5001/06/2016
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions493.5001/06/2016
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions517.0001/06/2016
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions1,292.5008/16/2015
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions646.2508/11/2015
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions1,880.0001/07/2015
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections9.0011/02/2014
MS-70NGCGreat Collections1,278.2006/15/2014
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections7.0006/15/2014
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions2,233.0007/11/2013
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections10.0006/30/2013
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections2,750.0005/26/2013
MS-70PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0004/24/2013
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0007/23/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0007/20/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0007/16/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0007/13/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0007/09/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0006/29/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions17.0006/25/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0005/25/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0005/21/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/30/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions15.0004/30/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0004/20/2012
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections2,200.0004/15/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0001/20/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections30.0001/15/2012
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0012/12/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0012/12/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0011/21/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0010/17/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0010/10/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/30/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/26/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/19/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/19/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions15.0009/12/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0009/12/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0009/05/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions40.0007/11/2011
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions50.0012/14/2009
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC20.0010/19/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions36.0008/19/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions20.0007/29/2009
MS-69ICGDavid Lawrence RC14.0004/21/2009
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0002/23/2009
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC17.0012/22/2008
MS-70ICGDavid Lawrence RC23.0012/01/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions14.0011/26/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions64.0010/01/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions34.0010/01/2008
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC17.0006/09/2008
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions42.0001/28/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions10.0008/15/2007
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0012/18/2006
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions34.0011/15/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0011/06/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0010/23/2006
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC14.0009/11/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC14.0007/31/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0006/07/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0005/15/2006
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions25.0004/05/2006
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0012/19/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0012/12/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6.0011/28/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0011/07/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0010/17/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0007/18/2005
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC16.0007/11/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions104.0002/28/2005
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0006/30/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0006/30/2004
MS-70ICGHeritage Auctions78.0005/10/2004
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions18.0009/24/2003
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions9.0012/24/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0004/03/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions81.0003/27/2002
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions12.0010/17/2001
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions18.0012/07/2000
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions20.0011/09/2000

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

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