9 nickels that could fetch up to $4,200 on the market

The five cent coin, colloquially called ‘nickel’was not the first coin of this denomination in the country, that honor goes to the ‘half dime or half ten that appeared in circulation for the first time in 1974. The modern American ‘nickel’ I don’t know I think until 1866 and if you are lucky enough to find one of the Common or old versions of the 5-cent coin could end up earning thousands of dollars.

And in some cases even millions. For example with the 5 cent coin known as the 1913 Liberty Head Nickel; which according to American Bullion, is one of the most “legendary and mysterious” coins in the history of the United States. The coin is said to have been produced illegally because it occurred during the transition from Liberty Head to Buffalo Nickels.

It’s known that Only five 1913 Liberty Head 5-cent coins exist., since they were never officially released and their estimated value today is more than $3 million dollars. And while it’s virtually impossible for you to come across a 1913 Liberty Head, there are other options in circulation that could be worth a lot of money. Keep reading to find out 9 5-cent coins that could be worth up to $4,200.

9 5-cent coins in circulation that are worth a lot of money

Remember that the value of the 5 cent coins will depend on their physical condition, those that are in optimal condition will obtain the highest prices.

• 1939 Doubled Monticello: $500 dollars
• 1950-D Jefferson Nickel: $600-$800
• 1942-P Jefferson Nickel: $800
• 1880 Shield Nickel: $2,000
• 1937-D 3-Legged Buffalo Nickel: $2,000
• 1879 Shield Nickel: $2,400
• 1918/17-D Buffalo Nickel (updated): $3,500
• 1916 Double Die Buffalo Nickel: $3,800
• 1926-S Buffalo Nickel: $4,200

In terms of rarity and value, you’ll most likely find the most valuable nickels in older, pre-World War I mintages. But as American Bullion points out, you can also find some expensive versions minted during World War II because they were made from silver and manganese extra to save nickel for the war effort.

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