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1975-S Proof

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular Proof
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage 2,845,450
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerFelix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1473

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About this coinHistory

San Francisco struck 2,845,450 proof Jefferson nickels in 1975, 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 1975-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 1975-S as a routine entry. Like other mid-1970s proofs, the coin is among the more affordable modern proof Jefferson nickels and accessible to collectors at all budget levels.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1975-S Proof Jefferson Nickels were minted?
2,845,450 were struck.
What is a 1975-S Proof Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 1975-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 1975-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.