Price Guide for 1930 Nickel Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1930 Nickel variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1930-S Nickel (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $8.00 - $60.00
    Uncirculated: $0.60 - $30,550.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $1.75 - $149.99
    Uncirculated: $25.00 - $1,175.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2.00 - $90.00
    Uncirculated: $100.00 - $30,000.00

1930 Nickel (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $8.00 - $102.00
    Uncirculated: $0.55 - $15,600.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $1.26 - $341.00
    Uncirculated: $10.60 - $2,200.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00 - $50.00
    Uncirculated: $55.00 - $17,500.00

1930-S Nickel 2 Feathers FS-401 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $47.00 - $499.38
    Uncirculated: $3,360.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $151.00
    Uncirculated: $4,226.50
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $50.00 - $665.00
    Uncirculated: $700.00 - $1,150.00

1930 Nickel DDO FS-101 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $65.00 - $226.00
    Uncirculated: $161.00 - $1,763.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $42.00 - $102.63
    Uncirculated: $255.59 - $546.24
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $20.00 - $235.00
    Uncirculated: $275.00 - $1,000.00

1930 Nickel DDR FS-802 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $74.00 - $345.00
    Uncirculated: $1,806.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $12.84 - $202.00
    Uncirculated: $876.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $75.00 - $685.00
    Uncirculated: $750.00 - $2,000.00

1930 Nickel DDR FS-803 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $223.25 - $480.00
    Uncirculated: $1,292.50 - $1,540.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $153.50 - $536.66
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $250.00 - $1,175.00
    Uncirculated: $1,250.00 - $2,750.00

1930 Nickel DDR FS-801 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $49.00 - $882.43
    Uncirculated: $276.00 - $3,290.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $18.46 - $549.95
    Uncirculated: $225.05 - $407.55
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $25.00 - $385.00
    Uncirculated: $450.00 - $2,500.00

1930-S Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $40.00 - $158.63
    Uncirculated: $253.00 - $431.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $32.00 - $200.00
    Uncirculated: $306.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $25.00 - $365.00
    Uncirculated: $400.00 - $850.00

1930 Nickel DDO FS-102 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $55.00
    Uncirculated: $144.00 - $552.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $23.50
    Uncirculated: $135.50 - $450.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $150.00

1930 Nickel DDO FS-103 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $305.50 - $1,920.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $22.00 - $103.50
    Uncirculated: $172.50 - $2,395.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $7.00 - $63.00
    Uncirculated: $65.00 - $475.00

1930-S Nickel DDO FS-101 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $168.00 - $1,680.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $67.88 - $160.00
    Uncirculated: $224.27 - $256.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $110.00
    Uncirculated: $290.00

Design and Specifications of the 1930 Nickel

The 1930 Nickel, also known as the Jefferson Nickel, was part of the ongoing series that began in 1938. 1930 was a significant year as it was during the Great Depression, which affected coin production and circulation. The Jefferson Nickel design would not be introduced until 1938, replacing the Buffalo Nickel design that was in use in 1930.

Weight 5.0 grams
Diameter 21.2 mm
Mint Marks No mint mark (Philadelphia)
Composition 75% copper, 25% nickel
Obverse Design Profile of Thomas Jefferson facing left, designed by Felix Schlag
Reverse Design Monticello, Jefferson's home, designed by Felix Schlag

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of a 1930 Nickel significantly impacts its value. While circulated examples are relatively common, coins in uncirculated condition become progressively more valuable. Specimens in MS65 or higher grades are quite scarce and command premium prices.

Factors such as sharp strike details, full luster, and minimal contact marks contribute to higher grades and values. The presence of original mint luster is particularly important for uncirculated examples.

Philadelphia, No mint mark

Mintage: 22,849,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Uncommon in grades MS65 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, due to its age and historical significance

Historical significance plays a role in the 1930 Nickel's value. As a coin minted during the Great Depression, it holds interest for collectors of Depression-era memorabilia.

Toning can affect value, with attractively toned specimens often commanding a premium. However, any signs of cleaning or artificial toning can significantly decrease value.

While not typically collected by date, some collectors focus on acquiring high-grade examples from each year, which can increase demand for well-preserved 1930 Nickels.

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