1943 S 5C MS | Coin Explorer (2024)

FAQs

How much is a 1943 5 cent coin worth? ›

According to the NGC Price Guide, as of June 2024, a Jefferson Nickel from 1943 in circulated condition is worth between $1.25 and $3. However, on the open market 1943 P Nickels in pristine, uncirculated condition sell for as much as $1175.

The 1943 Jefferson nickel is particularly sought after by collectors due to its unique history and silver composition. Whereas coins of today are made of copper and nickel, the 1943 Jefferson nickel was composed of 35% silver.

The 1943-P Nickel is one of the most common of the War-Time "Silver" Nickels. Gem examples abound, with a large population at the MS-66 level, and with a substantial percentage showing Full Steps.

The 1943-S Jefferson Nickel is part of the series of War-time Silver Nickels that ran from mid-1942 to 1945. The Mint struck over 100 million pieces, many of which were saved in Uncirculated condition by collectors and accumulators.

Due to the low mintage, the 1972 five cent coin is very sought after (even in used condition) and can be worth over $100 in mint condition.

The most valuable nickel by far is the 1913 Liberty Head Nickel, which American Bullion calls one of the “most legendary and mysterious” coins in U.S. history. Rumor has it that the coin was produced illegally because it happened during the transition from Liberty Head to Buffalo nickels.

Average value

According to Gainesville Coins, most circulated 1943 steel pennies trade for around 10 to 25 cents each. Uncirculated examples can be worth $1 to $5, with top-level specimens in Mint State-67 or better sometimes fetching hundreds or even thousands of dollars​ (Gainesville Coins)​.

Located from 1938 to 1964 to the right of Monticello, except for "wartime nickels" which have a large mint mark above Monticello. No mint marks used from 1965 to 1967. From 1968 to 2004, slightly clockwise from the last digit of the date. In 2005, under "Liberty".

The 1942 edition was the first of what were referred to as “War nickels” and contain 35 percent silver. For a coin collector, a Jefferson Nickel may only be worth obtaining if it is in excellent condition. Not only are coins in great condition more valuable, they are more beautiful to look at.

Value of 1945-S Jefferson War Nickel

Most of the 1945-D Jefferson War Nickels were made with previously used dies. This made the quality of the coins terrible. It will be hard to find any high grade coins, but most coins are only worth $0.50.

What is a war nickel? ›

While steel cents lasted for just one year, the Mint produced shell case cents from 1944 to 1946. Wartime nickels were made of 56 percent copper, 35 percent silver, and 9 percent manganese. Wartime nickels were made of 56 percent copper, 35 percent silver, and 9 percent manganese.

There's A 1936 Wheat Penny Worth $5,000!

Due to the copper shortage at the beginning of WW2, in 1943 pennies were struck in steel, (the color is silver, not the metal), hence the ferrous quality of steel is why the coin is attracted to a magnet. An average condition 1943 steel cent is maybe worth 15 cents. An uncirculated one is maybe worth 2–4 dollars.

Most 1943 Lincoln pennies in worn grades (average condition) trade for around 10 cents to 25 cents apiece. Typical examples in uncirculated condition usually realize $1 to $5. Top-level specimens in grades of Mint State-67 or better can go for much more, sometimes hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

Because multiple versions of the Mercury Dime were minted most years, the scarcity of the Dime type you have is going to affect the price. Secondly, the condition means everything. If you have a Mercury Dime that is of high grade, it will sell for a much larger price than one in poor condition.