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2016-D

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintDenver
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 618,240,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerJamie Franki / Felix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1620

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About this coinHistory

Denver struck 759,600,000 Jefferson nickels in 2016, slightly lower than the Philadelphia output for the year. The coin is common in all grades and readily available in Mint State at minimal premiums. Combined 2016 production from both mints exceeded 1.5 billion coins, continuing the post-recession high-volume pattern.

Denver Jefferson nickel strike characteristics in 2016 follow the typical modern pattern. Full Steps examples are achievable through careful selection, and specialists building high-grade modern Jefferson nickel sets find the 2016-D readily available through normal channels.

For collectors building complete Jefferson nickel sets, the 2016-D is a routine acquisition. The coin has no unusual collector challenges and is acquired without specific effort beyond standard date-set assembly.

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) $0.20 $0.25
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 2016-D Jefferson Nickel worth?
In Good condition it runs about $0.05, rising to roughly $0.20–$0.25 in Uncirculated. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 2016-D Jefferson Nickels were minted?
618,240,000 were struck.
What is a 2016-D Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 2016-D 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 2016-D Jefferson Nickel a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.