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2012-S Proof

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular Proof
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage 1,237,415
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerJamie Franki / Felix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1609

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About this coinHistory

San Francisco struck 1,239,148 proof Jefferson nickels in 2012, a slight decline from the 2011 figure but still well within the typical modern proof mintage range. The coin is common by proof standards and available in every grade through standard collector channels. Strike quality is sharp and Cameo designations are universal.

The 2012-S proof was distributed in the year's standard Mint Proof Set alongside the year's circulating denominations and the five America the Beautiful Quarters. The ATB program was now in its third year and remained the primary draw for proof set buyers, with Jefferson nickel proof sales continuing as a routine component of the broader proof set demand.

For collectors building Jefferson nickel proof sets, the 2012-S is a routine recent entry. The coin is among the more affordable modern Jefferson proofs and presents no particular collector challenges beyond standard modern proof acquisition.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 2012-S Proof Jefferson Nickels were minted?
1,237,415 were struck.
What is a 2012-S Proof Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 2012-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 2012-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.