Price Guide for 1983 Nickel Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1983 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.

1983-D Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $46.00 - $2,185.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $61.65 - $775.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $22.00 - $7,500.00

1983-P Nickel (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $138.00 - $150.00
    Uncirculated: $6.00 - $2,760.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $28.00
    Uncirculated: $0.99 - $769.69
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1.00
    Uncirculated: $2.00 - $1,000.00

1983-P Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $39.00 - $4,800.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $123.71 - $486.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $2.00 - $14,000.00

1983-D Nickel (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $20.00 - $805.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $2.25 - $88.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1.00 - $400.00

1983-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $4.00 - $1,840.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.01 - $945.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $3.00
    Uncirculated: $3.00 - $85.00

1983-S Nickel Treasure Hunt Sept LB 2017, DCAM (Proof)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $2.25 - $48.77

1983-S Nickel Treasure Hunt June LB 2017, DCAM (Proof)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $15.50 - $40.00

Design and Specifications of the 1983 Nickel

The 1983 Jefferson Nickel continues the long-standing design introduced in 1938. This year marked the 45th anniversary of the Jefferson Nickel, which had remained largely unchanged since its inception. The coin reflects the ongoing tribute to Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, and his historic home, Monticello.

Weight 5.0 grams
Diameter 21.21 mm
Mint Marks P, D
Composition 75% copper, 25% nickel
Obverse Design Portrait of Thomas Jefferson facing left, designed by Felix Schlag
Reverse Design Monticello, Jefferson's home, designed by Felix Schlag

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

Condition plays a crucial role in the value of 1983 Nickels. While these coins are common in circulated grades, they become progressively more valuable in higher mint state conditions. Coins graded MS65 and above can command significant premiums due to their scarcity.

Collectors should look for coins with sharp strikes, full luster, and minimal contact marks. The steps on Monticello are often a focal point for grading, with fully struck steps being highly desirable.

Philadelphia, P

Mintage: 681,958,936

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in gem (MS65+) condition

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors

Denver, D

Mintage: 536,726,992

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in most grades, but scarce in gem (MS65+) condition

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Low, primarily of interest to date and mint mark collectors

Toning can significantly impact the value and desirability of 1983 Nickels. Coins with attractive, natural toning may command premiums among collectors. Additionally, any major mint errors or die varieties, while rare for this year, could greatly increase a coin's value.

The overall market for modern nickels is relatively stable, with most of the demand coming from date and mint mark collectors. However, superb gem specimens (MS67 and above) can be quite valuable due to their rarity in such high grades.

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