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1956 Proof
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 21.21 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | Proof |
| Mintage | 669,384 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 75% Copper, 25% Nickel |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | Felix Schlag |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-1416 |
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Philadelphia struck 669,384 proof Jefferson nickels in 1956, a significant increase that reflected the continued rapid growth of proof set sales. The coin is common by proof standards and available in every grade. Strike quality is typically sharp, with the characteristic mirror fields and frosted devices of quality proof production.
Cameo contrast is available on 1956 proofs at meaningful premiums over non-Cameo examples. The 1956 proof is representative of the mature proof Jefferson nickel production that characterized the late 1950s, with high mintages, consistent quality, and abundant availability through specialist channels.
Collectors building complete Jefferson nickel proof sets acquire the 1956 as a straightforward mid-1950s entry. The coin represents the growing mainstream acceptance of proof set collecting and the Mint's capacity to meet substantial collector demand through expanded proof production.
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| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — | — |
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