Nickels ยท 1942-1945
Jefferson War Nickel Melt Value
A War nickel contains 0.0563 troy ounces of silver. At today's spot of $52.65, that is $2.96 in silver per coin.
Melt value
$2.96
Per coin: $2.96
Quick values
| Amount | Pure silver | Melt value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | 0.0563 oz | $2.96 |
| 1 roll (40 coins) | 2.2506 oz | $118.49 |
| 10 coins | 0.5626 oz | $29.62 |
| 100 coins | 5.6264 oz | $296.23 |
Specifications
| Years | 1942-1945 |
| Composition | 56% copper, 35% silver, 9% manganese |
| Total weight | 5 g |
| Pure silver content | 0.0563 troy oz |
| Face value | $0.05 |
How to tell
Silver war nickels have a large mint mark (P, D or S) above Monticello on the back. 1942 is split: early 1942 nickels are regular copper-nickel, so check for the big mint mark.
Melt value vs. selling price
Melt value is the metal alone. What you get for a War nickel depends on condition, date and who is buying. Common worn coins usually sell close to melt. Key dates, rare mint marks and high grades can be worth much more, so look those up before selling for metal.
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