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1973-S Proof

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular Proof
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage 2,760,339
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerFelix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1467
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No additional varieties recorded for this strike.

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About this coinHistory

San Francisco struck 2,760,339 proof Jefferson nickels in 1973, continuing the modern S-mint proof production. The coin is common by proof standards and available in every grade. Strike quality is typically sharp, with mirror fields, frosted devices, and crisp detail on well-preserved examples.

Cameo contrast is available on 1973-S proofs at modest premiums, and Deep Cameo pieces command higher prices. The coin is representative of mid-1970s S-mint proof Jefferson nickel production.

Collectors building complete Jefferson nickel proof sets acquire the 1973-S as a routine entry. The mid-1970s proof Jefferson nickels are among the most affordable modern proofs, and collectors building high-grade sets can assemble complete runs through this period at reasonable cost.

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PR-63 Proof (PR) — —
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1973-S Proof Jefferson Nickels were minted?
2,760,339 were struck.
What is a 1973-S Proof Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 1973-S Proof Jefferson Nickel?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1973-S Proof Jefferson Nickel a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.