Price Guide for 2004 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: $41.00Uncirculated: $10.00 – $4,230.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $199.95
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $2,750.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $940.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.90 – $567.07
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $1,150.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $6.00 – $720.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1.25 – $900.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $875.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $10.00 – $633.00
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eBayCirculated: $51.00Uncirculated: $0.05 – $895.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $475.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $7.00 – $270.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $129.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $25.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $31.00Uncirculated: $5.00 – $1,725.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.01 – $112.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1.00 – $26.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $74.00
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eBayUncirculated: $335.75
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eBayCirculated: $39.99Uncirculated: $3.00 – $185.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $18.00 – $130.00
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eBayUncirculated: $9.00 – $39.00
Design and Specifications of the 2004 Nickel
The 2004 Nickel marked the beginning of the Westward Journey Nickel Series, commemorating the bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark expedition. This year saw the introduction of a new reverse design featuring the Peace Medal, while also continuing to produce the traditional Monticello reverse.
This series represented the first significant change to the nickel design since 1938, making it a notable year for coin collectors and history enthusiasts alike.
| Weight | 5.0 grams |
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| Diameter | 21.21 mm |
| Mint Marks | P, D, S |
| Composition | 75% copper, 25% nickel |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Thomas Jefferson facing left, designed by Felix Schlag |
| Reverse Design | Two designs: 1) Traditional Monticello design, 2) Peace Medal design (Westward Journey Nickel Series), both designed by Felix Schlag and Joe Fitzgerald respectively |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of 2004 Nickels significantly impacts their value, especially for circulation strikes. Coins in Mint State (MS) conditions command premium prices, with those grading MS67 or higher being particularly valuable due to their scarcity.
For proof coins, the difference between a PR69 and PR70 grade can be substantial in terms of value. Collectors often seek coins with strong strikes, full luster, and minimal contact marks.
Mintage: 872,400,000
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, due to being part of the Westward Journey series
Mintage: 1,218,400,000
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, due to being part of the Westward Journey series
Mintage: 3,075,122
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR69, scarce in PR70
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular among proof set collectors
First-year issues of the Westward Journey series make the 2004 Nickels more desirable to collectors. The Peace Medal reverse design, being a one-year type, adds to its collectibility.
Full Steps examples, where the steps of Monticello are fully visible on the reverse, are highly prized and can command significant premiums. Additionally, any error coins or die varieties, though not commonly reported for this year, would be of great interest to specialized collectors.
