Price Guide for 1936 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.

1936 Nickel (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $7.00 – $7,820.00
    Uncirculated: $17.00 – $10,575.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $1.99 – $325.00
    Uncirculated: $1.00 – $2,666.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2.00 – $28.00
    Uncirculated: $31.00 – $50,000.00
1936-D Nickel (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $8.00 – $4,140.00
    Uncirculated: $0.30 – $37,375.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $3.95 – $355.00
    Uncirculated: $14.00 – $7,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2.00 – $37.00
    Uncirculated: $40.00 – $30,000.00
1936-D Nickel 3-1/2 Legs (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $282.00 – $14,950.00
    Uncirculated: $12,650.00 – $20,700.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $577.99 – $3,200.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $500.00 – $12,500.00
    Uncirculated: $15,000.00 – $30,000.00
1936 Nickel Brilliant (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $2.50 – $40,250.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $34.00 – $16,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $335.00 – $500.00
    Uncirculated: $775.00 – $95,000.00
1936-S Nickel (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $8.00 – $213.00
    Uncirculated: $0.30 – $6,168.75
  • eBay
    Circulated: $6.50 – $109.99
    Uncirculated: $14.50 – $4,600.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $2.00 – $35.00
    Uncirculated: $40.00 – $5,500.00
1936-D Nickel 3 1/2 Legs FS-901 (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $259.00 – $6,900.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $413.00 – $1,860.00
    Uncirculated: $75.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $475.00 – $10,000.00
    Uncirculated: $11,000.00 – $16,000.00
1936-S/S Nickel RPM FS-501 (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $20.00 – $253.00
    Uncirculated: $104.00 – $1,150.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $12.50 – $158.00
    Uncirculated: $189.95 – $675.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $15.00 – $135.00
    Uncirculated: $150.00 – $1,300.00
1936 Nickel Satin (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $633.00 – $1,437.00
    Uncirculated: $558.13 – $18,800.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $822.00 – $7,600.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $460.00 – $500.00
    Uncirculated: $775.00 – $85,000.00
1936 Nickel DDO FS-101 (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $23.00 – $223.00
    Uncirculated: $115.00 – $10,868.75
  • eBay
    Circulated: $9.99 – $377.29
    Uncirculated: $118.30 – $1,110.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $20.00 – $250.00
    Uncirculated: $300.00 – $4,500.00
1936 Nickel DDR FS-801 (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $74.00 – $1,410.00
    Uncirculated: $552.00 – $1,527.50
  • eBay
    Circulated: $64.00 – $275.00
    Uncirculated: $1,400.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $40.00 – $1,325.00
    Uncirculated: $1,400.00 – $3,500.00
1936 Nickel DDO FS-102 (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $55.00 – $300.00
    Uncirculated: $168.00 – $1,020.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $36.75 – $95.00
    Uncirculated: $245.00 – $275.00
1936-D/D Nickel RPM FS-502 (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $41.00 – $69.00
    Uncirculated: $95.18 – $1,783.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $86.00 – $495.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $15.00 – $110.00
    Uncirculated: $125.00 – $1,850.00
1936-D/S Nickel OMM FS-511 (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $56.00 – $822.50
    Uncirculated: $288.00 – $5,875.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $86.00 – $100.00
    Uncirculated: $158.50 – $1,300.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $10.00 – $160.00
    Uncirculated: $175.00 – $2,250.00

Design and Specifications of the 1936 Nickel

The 1936 Jefferson Nickel marks the first year of issue for this iconic design, which would continue with minor modifications until 2004. It replaced the Buffalo Nickel and was chosen through a design competition won by German-born sculptor Felix Schlag. The introduction of this coin coincided with the 100th anniversary of Jefferson’s Monticello being opened to the public.

Weight 5.0 grams
Diameter 21.2 mm
Mint Marks D, S (Denver and San Francisco); No mint mark for Philadelphia
Composition 75% copper, 25% nickel
Obverse Design Portrait of Thomas Jefferson, designed by Felix Schlag
Reverse Design Monticello, Jefferson's home, designed by Felix Schlag

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of 1936 Jefferson Nickels significantly impacts their value, especially for high-grade examples. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are more valuable, with premium prices for specimens grading MS65 or higher. Key areas to examine include:

1. Hair details on Jefferson’s portrait
2. Steps on Monticello (full steps are highly desirable)
3. Overall luster and absence of contact marks

Well-struck coins with sharp details and minimal wear command higher premiums. Toning can add value if attractive and natural.

Philadelphia (No Mint Mark)

Mintage: 119,139,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS66, scarce in MS67 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade examples

Denver (D)

Mintage: 24,814,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade examples

San Francisco (S)

Mintage: 14,930,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in grades MS66 and above

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade examples

First-year-of-issue status makes the 1936 Jefferson Nickel popular among collectors, especially in high grades. Factors affecting value include:

1. Historical significance as the first Jefferson Nickel
2. Preservation quality, with premium prices for high-grade examples
3. Strike quality, particularly the clarity of Monticello’s steps
4. Original mint luster, which can significantly enhance appeal and value

While not rare in circulated grades, gem-quality specimens (MS65 and above) are scarce and highly sought after by collectors and investors.

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