Price Guide for 1968 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.

1968-S Nickel (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $587.50
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $450.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1.00 – $1,500.00
1968-D Nickel (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $1,140.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $5.00
    Uncirculated: $1.75 – $333.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1.00 – $700.00
1968-S Nickel, FS (Regular Strike)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $185.65 – $4,140.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $799.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $80.00 – $4,600.00
1968-S Nickel (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $89.00
    Uncirculated: $6.00 – $93.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $24.00
    Uncirculated: $0.01 – $259.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $3.00 – $15.00
1968-S Nickel, DCAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $7.00 – $490.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $2.49 – $245.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $3.00
    Uncirculated: $3.00 – $140.00
1968-D Nickel, PL (Regular Strike)
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $64.95
1968-S Nickel, CAM (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $7.00 – $40.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $0.99 – $48.99
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $3.00 – $18.00
1968-S Nickel RPM FS-501 (FS-038) (Proof)
  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $79.00 – $1,705.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $250.00 – $1,025.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $50.00 – $1,100.00

Design and Specifications of the 1968 Nickel

The 1968 Jefferson Nickel continued the design that had been in use since 1938. This year marked the 30th anniversary of the Jefferson Nickel, which replaced the Buffalo Nickel. The coin’s design remained largely unchanged, maintaining its iconic representation of one of America’s founding fathers.

Weight 5.0 grams
Diameter 21.2 mm
Mint Marks D, S (proof only)
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 1968 Nickels. While circulated examples are generally worth face value, uncirculated coins can command a premium. Coins in MS65 and above are more desirable and valuable, with those exhibiting full steps on Monticello being particularly sought after.

For proof coins, cameo and deep cameo contrasts between the frosted devices and mirrored fields can significantly increase value, especially in grades PR67 and above.

Philadelphia (no mint mark)

Mintage: 220,731,500

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS65, scarcer in higher grades

Varieties Errors: None significant

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

Denver (D)

Mintage: 253,346,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS65, scarcer in higher grades

Varieties Errors: None significant

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

San Francisco (S)

Mintage: 3,041,506

Rarity Scale: Common for proofs

Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR67, scarcer in higher grades

Varieties Errors: None significant

Market Demand: Moderate, appealing to proof set collectors

Strike quality is an important factor for 1968 Nickels. Coins with sharp, well-defined details, especially on Monticello’s steps, are more valuable. Luster also plays a role, with coins displaying bright, original mint luster being more desirable.

While not typically known for attractive toning, nicely toned examples can command a premium among collectors. Additionally, error coins, such as those with doubled dies or off-center strikes, while rare for this year, can be valuable if discovered.

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