Price Guide for 1935 Nickel Variants
This guide presents price ranges for 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.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $20.00 – $11,750.00Uncirculated: $3,819.00 – $104,650.00
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eBayCirculated: $18.50 – $1,375.00Uncirculated: $5,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $65.00 – $4,500.00Uncirculated: $5,000.00 – $27,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $40.00Uncirculated: $0.42 – $15,275.00
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eBayCirculated: $4.25 – $98.00Uncirculated: $21.50 – $2,950.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $2.00 – $55.00Uncirculated: $60.00 – $8,750.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3.00 – $1,840.00Uncirculated: $0.30 – $57,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $1.25 – $100.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $3,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $2.00 – $28.00Uncirculated: $31.00 – $55,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $10.00 – $216.00Uncirculated: $0.40 – $34,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $1.85 – $139.99Uncirculated: $33.00 – $8,109.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $2.00 – $80.00Uncirculated: $85.00 – $40,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $69.00 – $999.00Uncirculated: $144.00 – $840.00
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eBayCirculated: $26.00 – $935.74
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $40.00 – $1,150.00Uncirculated: $1,350.00 – $1,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $223.25 – $1,410.00Uncirculated: $630.00 – $1,524.00
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eBayCirculated: $8.50 – $799.99Uncirculated: $760.00 – $1,595.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $60.00 – $1,360.00Uncirculated: $1,500.00 – $2,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $31.00 – $5,760.00Uncirculated: $3,671.88 – $9,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $3.50 – $971.20
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $65.00 – $3,150.00Uncirculated: $3,750.00 – $6,250.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $138.00 – $3,738.00Uncirculated: $5,463.00
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eBayCirculated: $225.00 – $1,850.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $150.00 – $4,650.00Uncirculated: $5,500.00 – $7,500.00
Design and Specifications of the 1935 Nickel
The 1935 Jefferson Nickel marks the first year of the new design, replacing the Buffalo Nickel. This coin represents a significant change in American coinage, as it was the result of a public design competition won by German-born sculptor Felix Schlag. The Jefferson Nickel design would go on to be one of the longest-running coin designs in U.S. history, remaining largely unchanged until 2004.
| Weight | 5.0 grams |
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| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, S (Philadelphia coins had no mint mark) |
| 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 1935 Jefferson Nickel significantly impacts its value. As the first year of issue, many were saved, but high-grade specimens are still relatively scarce. Coins in Mint State (MS) condition, particularly MS65 and above, command substantial premiums.
Key factors affecting condition include:
1. Luster: Original mint luster is highly desirable.
2. Strike quality: Well-struck coins with full steps on Monticello are more valuable.
3. Surface preservation: Minimal contact marks or blemishes increase value.
4. Toning: Natural, attractive toning can enhance appeal and value.
Mintage: 58,180,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Uncommon in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, as the first year of issue
Mintage: 32,484,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate
Mintage: 15,388,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate to High for well-preserved specimens
Additional factors affecting the 1935 Nickel’s value include:
1. Historical significance: As the first year of the Jefferson design, it holds special appeal for collectors.
2. Full Steps: Coins with fully visible steps on Monticello are highly prized.
3. Die state: Early die state coins with sharp details are more desirable.
4. Mint mark: San Francisco (S) mint coins, having the lowest mintage, are slightly more valuable in higher grades.
While not particularly rare, well-preserved 1935 Nickels are sought after by collectors assembling high-grade sets or those interested in first-year issues of long-running coin series.
