Coin Values / Jefferson Nickel / 1939
1939 Jefferson Nickel Value
Here is what a 1939 jefferson nickel is worth by mint mark and condition — estimates for typical examples.
1939-D
Key date of the series.
| Mint | Good | Fine | Extremely Fine | Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 5¢ – 10¢ | 5¢ – 25¢ | 25¢ – $1 | $1 – $6 |
| 1939-D ★ | $3 – $6 | $7 – $12 | $20 – $35 | $50 – $90 |
| 1939-S | 5¢ – 10¢ | 5¢ – 25¢ | 25¢ – $1 | $1 – $6 |
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A typical circulated 1939 jefferson nickel is worth 5¢ – 10¢ in Good condition, while uncirculated examples run $1 – $6. Certain varieties are worth far more — see the key-date notes.
Where is the mint mark on a jefferson nickel?
Look for a small letter near the date. No letter means Philadelphia; D is Denver; S is San Francisco.
Educational estimates for typical examples — not an appraisal or an offer to buy. Silver floors assume ~$30/oz. Consult a dealer or PCGS/NGC before transacting.