As of May, 2024, a 1998-P Nickel in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $1.00 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 $6,325.00 in the 08/13/2006 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: 688,272,000
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Series: Jefferson Five Cents 1965 to Date

1998-P Nickel (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-67215.00
MS-66+90.00
MS-6655.00
MS-65+24.00
MS-6512.00
MS-64+9.00
MS-648.00
MS-63+7.00
MS-636.00
MS-62+3.00
MS-623.00
MS-612.00
MS-601.00

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 State1.00215.0033.46

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 1998 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1998-D Nickel (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1.0080.00
1998-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof)3.003.003.0030.00
1998-P Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.00725.00
1998-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)N/AN/A2.00850.00
1998-D Nickel, FS PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A40.00900.00

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.

1998-P Nickel (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

$12.00

Lowest Sale Price
$1,645.00

Highest Sale Price
$419.90

Average Sale Price
$940.00

Most Recent Sale Price
10

Number of Sales
$4,199.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-67165.002,875.001,089.33
MS-6642.006,325.002,514.00
MS-65+20.002,128.00542.54
MS-6412.001,645.00419.90
MS-6379.00891.00351.33
MS-6242.0042.0042.00
PO-175.0075.0075.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1998-P Nickel (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $6,325.00.

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 1998-P Nickel (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1998-P Nickel (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 88.89% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / David Lawrence RC with 3.70% / 3.70% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1998-P Nickel (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-67NGCHeritage Auctions228.0003/13/2023
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions42.0011/02/2014
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions940.0008/05/2014
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions176.2507/10/2014
MS-66PCGSStack's Bowers1,175.0006/28/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions165.0008/08/2013
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions123.0008/05/2013
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions1,645.0001/09/2013
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions84.0011/05/2012
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions79.0002/07/2011
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions475.0009/22/2010
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions2,875.0008/11/2010
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions776.0002/03/2010
MS-65+NGCHeritage Auctions94.0001/06/2010
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions64.0002/20/2008
MS-63PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities891.0009/21/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions21.0008/22/2006
PO-1NGCDavid Lawrence RC75.0008/21/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions6,325.0008/13/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0004/26/2006
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions2,128.0001/04/2006
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions12.0010/20/2004
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions604.0009/09/2004
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions61.0005/22/2002
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions42.0008/22/2001
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0008/22/2001
MS-65+ANACSHeritage Auctions20.0001/18/2001