How much is a 1964 nickel worth?

And even then, unless you get a rarity like an FS or SMS, you’re unlikely to make much profit from nickels. Over a million 1964 nickels were coined in Philadelphia, so they have no mint mark. At low grades, the nickel is barely worth its face value of 5 cents. But if you can find Full Steps coins, the price goes up.

What is a 1964 Jefferson nickel?

The 1964 Jefferson nickel, in particular, is quite popular among collectors. The United States Mint struck these coins using new, high-quality dies, producing well-struck nickels with great esthetic appeal. This was also the first time the Mint produced over a billion coins to curb the coin shortage of the early 1960s.

Did Philadelphia put mintmarks on coins in 1964?

Philadelphia did not place mintmarks on coins in 1964. The space between the rim and right side of Monticello is empty on Philadelphia mint variety nickels of 1964. Grading judges surface quality of coins. Major and minor differences in the amount of wear are identified and compared to images representing grades.