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2006-S Return to Monticello Proof

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular Proof
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage 3,054,436
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerJamie Franki / Felix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1583

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About this coinHistory

San Francisco struck 3,054,436 proof Jefferson nickels with the new design in 2006. The coin is common by proof standards and available in every grade. Strike quality is typically sharp, showing the enhanced Monticello detail and the new Franki Jefferson portrait in proof format.

Collectors building complete Jefferson nickel proof sets acquire the 2006-S as a required first-year entry for the current design. The coin represents the proof version of the current standard Jefferson nickel.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 2006-S Return to Monticello Proof Jefferson Nickels were minted?
3,054,436 were struck.
What is a 2006-S Return to Monticello Proof Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 2006-S Return to Monticello 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 2006-S Return to Monticello 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.