As of May, 2024, a 1994-P Nickel SMS in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $12.00 and $450.00, 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 $891.00 in the 02/16/2014 by renowned auctioneer Great Collections, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Felix Schlag
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 21.20 millimeters
Weight: 5.00 grams
Mintage: 167,703
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel

1994-P Nickel Sms (Special Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-70450.00
MS-6942.00
MS-68+34.00
MS-6830.00
MS-67+28.00
MS-6726.00
MS-66+22.00
MS-6620.00
MS-65+18.00
MS-6518.00
MS-64+14.00
MS-6414.00
MS-63+12.00
MS-6312.00

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 State12.00450.0052.86

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 1994 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1994-P Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.0037.00
1994-D Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.00115.00
1994-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof)3.003.003.0030.00
1994-P Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.001,850.00
1994-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.001,750.00
1994-P Nickel SMS, FS (Special Strike)N/AN/A24.00575.00

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.

1994-P Nickel Sms (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

$19.67

Lowest Sale Price
$127.00

Highest Sale Price
$54.39

Average Sale Price
$52.00

Most Recent Sale Price
50

Number of Sales
$2,719.72

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-70123.38891.00281.72
MS-6919.67127.0054.39
MS-687.00109.0046.86
MS-6730.0033.0032.00
FR-2144.00144.00144.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1994-P Nickel SMS (Special Strike) coin across various grades from FR-2 to MS-70. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-70 having the highest max price $891.00.

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 1994-P Nickel SMS (Special Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1994-P Nickel SMS (Special Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 58.89% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 36.67% / 3.33% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1994-P Nickel SMS (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-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC52.0001/22/2023
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions312.0006/06/2022
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions348.0002/02/2022
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions132.0006/30/2021
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions168.0007/01/2020
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions180.0007/01/2020
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions150.0007/01/2020
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions144.0007/01/2020
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions144.0007/01/2020
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions180.0007/01/2020
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions126.0007/01/2020
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions258.5005/16/2017
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions235.0012/27/2016
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions258.5012/27/2016
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions69.0004/12/2016
MS-69PCGSDavid Lawrence RC90.0004/03/2016
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions235.0002/03/2015
MS-69NGCDavid Lawrence RC80.0012/07/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections30.0011/30/2014
MS-68PCGSGreat Collections40.0011/23/2014
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions123.3811/09/2014
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions38.0011/02/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections21.0011/02/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections19.6710/26/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections33.0010/05/2014
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions40.0009/22/2014
MS-70NGCGreat Collections286.0009/21/2014
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions211.5006/02/2014
MS-67NGCGreat Collections33.0004/13/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections36.0503/02/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections35.0002/23/2014
MS-70PCGSGreat Collections891.0002/16/2014
MS-69NGCGreat Collections45.0006/23/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections61.0006/16/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections57.0004/07/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections55.0002/17/2013
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions259.0002/07/2013
MS-69NGCGreat Collections55.0001/13/2013
MS-68NGCGreat Collections7.0012/09/2012
MS-68NGCGreat Collections40.0011/18/2012
MS-69NGCGreat Collections24.0010/07/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections61.0007/15/2012
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions253.0007/12/2012
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections61.0006/24/2012
MS-70NGCGreat Collections275.0006/10/2012
MS-69NGCGreat Collections22.0004/29/2012
MS-69NGCGreat Collections41.0004/01/2012
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions276.0001/03/2012
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions40.0012/23/2011
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions322.0011/08/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections28.0011/06/2011
MS-69NGCGreat Collections26.0011/06/2011
MS-69NGCGreat Collections21.0010/30/2011
MS-70NGCGreat Collections238.0010/30/2011
MS-69NGCGreat Collections45.0009/18/2011
MS-70NGCGreat Collections232.0008/07/2011
MS-69PCGSGreat Collections55.0007/24/2011
MS-69NGCGreat Collections40.0007/03/2011
MS-67NGCGreat Collections30.0006/26/2011
MS-69NONEGreat Collections55.0006/19/2011
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions74.0011/01/2010
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions74.0001/18/2010
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions276.0007/31/2009
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions60.0005/20/2009
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions64.0012/31/2008
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions276.0009/01/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions86.0007/30/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions59.0005/28/2008
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions77.0002/20/2008
FR-2PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers144.0002/13/2008
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions66.0008/13/2007
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0005/30/2007
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions57.0005/16/2007
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions27.0009/27/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions75.0009/13/2006
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions690.0008/22/2006
MS-70NGCHeritage Auctions690.0006/01/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions42.0002/15/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions54.0002/08/2006
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions21.0001/29/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions51.0001/29/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions45.0001/11/2006
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions58.0011/07/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions52.0009/22/2003
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions101.0011/25/2002
MS-69NGCHeritage Auctions68.0007/30/2002
MS-68NGCHeritage Auctions66.0001/30/2002
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0004/07/2001
MS-69PCGSHeritage Auctions100.0002/02/2000
MS-68ANACSHeritage Auctions45.0002/02/2000