Price Guide for 2020 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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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $995.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.02 – $202.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $25.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.73 – $716.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $115.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.50
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eBayUncirculated: $5.50 – $189.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $1,275.00
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eBayCirculated: $63.00Uncirculated: $0.99 – $49.99
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $22.00
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eBayCirculated: $22.50Uncirculated: $7.99 – $895.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $15.00 – $72.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $59.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $8.00 – $28.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $56.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $59.00
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eBayUncirculated: $23.05 – $66.00
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eBayUncirculated: $16.16 – $84.00
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eBayUncirculated: $13.63 – $75.99
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eBayUncirculated: $22.50 – $107.51
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eBayUncirculated: $7.50 – $53.52
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eBayUncirculated: $9.50 – $50.00
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eBayUncirculated: $13.80 – $158.50
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eBayUncirculated: $1.29 – $84.95
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eBayUncirculated: $18.45 – $87.00
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eBayUncirculated: $2.94 – $149.05
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eBayUncirculated: $224.95
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eBayUncirculated: $326.84 – $346.84
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eBayUncirculated: $3.25 – $455.01
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $6.00 – $85.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $144.00
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eBayUncirculated: $149.95
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eBayUncirculated: $69.95
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eBayUncirculated: $6.50 – $237.50
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eBayUncirculated: $7.50 – $109.99
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eBayUncirculated: $7.21 – $125.06
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eBayUncirculated: $11.15 – $80.00
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eBayCirculated: $62.49 – $1,482.11Uncirculated: $6.50 – $119.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $14.00 – $90.00
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eBayUncirculated: $0.99 – $143.61
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eBayUncirculated: $9.00 – $185.00
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eBayUncirculated: $18.02 – $25.03
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eBayUncirculated: $15.00 – $99.95
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eBayUncirculated: $28.01 – $91.00
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eBayUncirculated: $7.51 – $2,305.00
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eBayUncirculated: $65.89 – $100.00
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eBayUncirculated: $34.00 – $70.00
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eBayUncirculated: $33.00 – $69.00
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eBayUncirculated: $42.00 – $108.50
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eBayUncirculated: $70.00 – $125.00
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eBayUncirculated: $34.55 – $69.99
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eBayUncirculated: $16.38 – $59.99
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eBayUncirculated: $17.50 – $159.50
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eBayUncirculated: $17.05 – $169.00
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eBayUncirculated: $20.99 – $133.00
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eBayUncirculated: $6.50 – $813.10
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $18.00 – $80.00
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eBayUncirculated: $50.55 – $91.09
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eBayUncirculated: $59.00 – $132.50
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eBayUncirculated: $40.00 – $107.51
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eBayUncirculated: $67.55 – $129.99
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eBayUncirculated: $53.12 – $81.00
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eBayUncirculated: $68.77 – $132.50
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eBayUncirculated: $59.00 – $300.00
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eBayUncirculated: $69.99 – $122.50
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eBayUncirculated: $8.27 – $245.00
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eBayUncirculated: $19.50 – $169.95
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eBayUncirculated: $12.50 – $249.00
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eBayUncirculated: $14.50 – $100.00
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eBayUncirculated: $49.00 – $85.59
Design and Specifications of the 2020 Nickel
The 2020 Jefferson Nickel continues the long-standing design that has been in use since 1938, with minor modifications. Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, is featured on the obverse, while his home, Monticello, graces the reverse. The year 2020 marked a significant period in U.S. history due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, which affected coin production and circulation.
| Weight | 5.0 grams |
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| Diameter | 21.21 mm |
| Mint Marks | P, D |
| Composition | 75% copper, 25% nickel |
| Obverse Design | Portrait of Thomas Jefferson facing left, designed by Felix Schlag (modified in 2006 by Jamie Franki) |
| 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 2020 Nickels. While circulated examples hold little premium over face value, uncirculated coins in high grades (MS65 and above) can command significant premiums. For circulation strikes, coins with full steps on Monticello’s portico are highly sought after and more valuable.
Proof coins are valued based on their cameo contrast and absence of imperfections. Deep Cameo proofs with flawless surfaces (PR70 DCAM) are the most desirable and valuable.
Mintage: 292,800,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS67, scarce in MS68 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant reported
Market Demand: Low, primarily collected as part of year sets
Mintage: 697,600,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to MS67, scarce in MS68 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant reported
Market Demand: Low, primarily collected as part of year sets
Mintage: 3,359,821
Rarity Scale: Common (for proofs)
Circulation Status: Not Intended for Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Common in grades up to PR69, scarce in PR70
Varieties Errors: None significant reported
Market Demand: Moderate, collected by proof set enthusiasts
Strike quality is particularly important for 2020 Nickels. Coins with sharp, well-defined details, especially on Monticello’s steps, are more valuable. Luster also plays a significant role, with coins exhibiting bright, satiny surfaces being more desirable.
While not common, any mint errors or varieties discovered could significantly increase a coin’s value. These might include doubled dies, off-center strikes, or wrong planchet errors.
The COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 led to coin shortages and changes in circulation patterns, which may have future implications for the collectibility of coins from this year, potentially increasing interest in high-grade examples.
