Price Guide for 1964 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: $36.00 – $558.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $517.00
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eBayCirculated: $21.50 – $35.00Uncirculated: $0.99 – $935.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $10.00Uncirculated: $2.00 – $1,150.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3,000.00Uncirculated: $1,725.00 – $4,140.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,000.00 – $23,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $9.00 – $6,325.00
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eBayUncirculated: $35.75 – $1,400.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $20.00 – $1,350.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $8,625.00 – $32,900.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6,750.00 – $31,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,763.00 – $19,800.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $5.00 – $90.00Uncirculated: $110.00 – $22,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $5.00 – $1,020.00
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eBayCirculated: $22.00Uncirculated: $0.99 – $2,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4.00 – $600.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $224.00Uncirculated: $6.00 – $1,610.00
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eBayCirculated: $9.00 – $34.95Uncirculated: $0.99 – $1,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $10.00Uncirculated: $2.00 – $2,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $17.00 – $14,100.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.50 – $899.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $5,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $3,840.00
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eBayUncirculated: $24.50 – $175.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $141.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $139.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $7.00 – $38.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $470.00
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eBayUncirculated: $4.25 – $475.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $275.00
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eBayUncirculated: $24.99 – $855.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $50.00 – $1,275.00
Design and Specifications of the 1964 Nickel
The 1964 Jefferson Nickel continued the design that had been in use since 1938. This year marked the end of an era in United States coinage, as it was the last year that circulating silver coins were produced. While the nickel itself didn’t contain silver, the high mintage numbers reflect the increased coin production to combat coin shortages during this transitional period.
| Weight | 5.0 grams |
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| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Mint Marks | D, P (no mint mark) |
| 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 determining the value of 1964 nickels. While circulated examples are generally worth face value, uncirculated coins can command significant premiums. Coins in MS65 and above are particularly desirable.
Key factors affecting condition include:
– Luster: Original mint luster should be bright and unbroken.
– Strike: Well-struck coins with full details, especially on Monticello’s steps, are more valuable.
– Surface preservation: Coins free from marks, scratches, and spots are highly prized.
Mintage: 1,028,622,762
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, primarily for high-grade examples
Mintage: 1,787,297,160
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, primarily for high-grade examples
Full Steps: Nickels with fully defined steps on Monticello are particularly valuable. These are designated as ‘5FS’ or ‘6FS’ depending on the number of visible steps.
Toning: While not as common on nickels as on silver coins, attractive natural toning can enhance value.
Historical significance: As the last year before the transition away from silver coinage, 1964 nickels hold special interest for some collectors.
High-grade rarity: While common in lower grades, superb gem examples (MS67 and above) are scarce and can command significant premiums.
