Collecting 1971 nickels offers unique opportunities that affect their market worth. New master dies created that year to restore worn design details resulted in multiple varieties, including distinctive obverse and reverse characteristics that appeal to variety collectors.
However, finding high-grade specimens with minimal contact marks and strong strikes remains difficult, making condition crucial to determining 1971 nickel value.
Most circulated examples bring only face value, while mint state pieces can reach $6.40 to $14.33. Proof versions with special finishes like cameo or deep cameo are valued up to $6.25.
1971 Nickel Value By Variety
This chart provides a comprehensive overview of 1971 nickel value across different varieties and grade levels. If you know the grade of your coin, you can find the exact price below in the Value Guides section.
1971 Nickel Value Chart
TYPE | GOOD | FINE | AU | MS | PR |
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1971 No Mint Mark Nickel Value | $0.08 | $0.26 | $0.67 | $6.40 | — |
1971 No Mint Mark Nickel (FS) Value | $0.15 | $0.52 | $1.34 | $14.33 | — |
1971 D Nickel Value | $0.08 | $0.26 | $0.67 | $7.17 | — |
1971 D Nickel (FS) Value | $0.08 | $0.26 | $0.67 | $11.67 | — |
1971 S Proof Nickel Value | — | — | $1.00 | — | $1.50 |
1971 S CAM Nickel Value | — | — | — | — | $3.75 |
1971 S DCAM Nickel Value | — | — | — | — | $6.25 |
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