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1985-P

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 647,114,962
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerFelix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1503

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About this coinHistory

Philadelphia struck 647,114,962 Jefferson nickels in 1985, continuing substantial mid-1980s production. The coin is common in all grades and readily available in Mint State. Strike characteristics are strong, and Full Steps examples exist in adequate numbers for specialist demand.

1985 was the year Mikhail Gorbachev became General Secretary of the Soviet Union, beginning the reforms that would eventually end the Cold War. The Jefferson nickels struck that year circulated through a period of renewed American economic growth and changing Cold War dynamics.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G) $0.05 $0.05
VG-8 Very Good (VG) $0.05 $0.05
F-12 Fine (F) $0.05 $0.05
VF-20 Very Fine (VF) $0.05 $0.05
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF) $0.05 $0.05
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU) $0.05 $0.05
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS) $0.40 $0.45
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1985-P Jefferson Nickel worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.05, rising to roughly $0.40–$0.45 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1985-P Jefferson Nickels were minted?
647,114,962 were struck.
What is a 1985-P Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 1985-P 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 1985-P Jefferson Nickel a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.