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1983-S Proof

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular Proof
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage 3,279,126
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerFelix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1499

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About this coinHistory

San Francisco struck 3,279,126 proof Jefferson nickels in 1983, 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 and frosted devices characteristic of quality proof production.

Collectors building complete Jefferson nickel proof sets acquire the 1983-S as a routine early-1980s entry. Cameo and Deep Cameo examples command meaningful premiums over non-Cameo pieces.

The 1983-S is representative of stable mid-1980s S-mint proof Jefferson nickel production. Collectors building complete high-grade proof collections find the coin accessible at modest prices in all standard proof grades.

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1983-S Proof Jefferson Nickels were minted?
3,279,126 were struck.
What is a 1983-S Proof Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 1983-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 1983-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.