1941 S Nickel

The 1941 S version of the Jefferson Nickel is worth on average $20.00 if in Mint State (uncirculated), while one in poor condition will have a value of just $0.35. If the coin has an error, or is certified, this will further add to its appeal and raise its price numismatically speaking.


  • Year: 1941
  • Mint: S
  • Type: Jefferson Nickel
  • Mintage: 43,445,000
  • Metal: 75% copper 25% nickel
  • What's it worth?: $20.00 to $0.35

On the reverse look for full and clean steps on the Monticello. The Monticello was the primary plantation of Thomas Jefferson. While not the most valuable the 1941 Jefferson Nickel is a great starting point for new Nickel collectors. The S versions of this coin have both a large and a small S. The large S has space between the circular portions of the letter, while the small S has virtually none.

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From the years 1938 to 1964 the mint mark was on the reverse on the far right next to Monticello. This is the rule with an exception made for wartime nickels minted from 1942-1945. Wartime Nickels mint mark is on the reverse top center, only wartime nickels have an actual P mark. After 1964 the mint mark was moved to the obverse (front) of the Nickel.

Mint Mark

The 3rd U.S. President Thomas Jefferson is proudly displayed on the United States Nickel (5 cent piece).

Jefferson Nickel

The Jefferson Nickel has a weight of 5 g.