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2016-P

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeCirculation strike
Mintage 609,696,000
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerJamie Franki / Felix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1619

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About this coinHistory

Philadelphia struck 787,440,000 Jefferson nickels in 2016, slightly higher than the 2015 figure and continuing the steady recovery in production volumes. The coin is common in all grades and readily available in Mint State at minimal premiums. Strike quality follows the typical pattern for mid-2010s Jefferson nickel production.

2016 marked the tenth anniversary of the 2006 Return to Monticello design transition, and the Jefferson nickel had now been in continuous production with the Franki-Weaver-Schlag composite for a full decade. No design changes, anniversary modifications, or special issues marked the year; the 2016-P is a routine entry that documents the design's sustained presence in American circulating coinage.

For collectors building complete Jefferson nickel sets, the 2016-P is a routine acquisition. Full Steps examples are achievable through specialist channels, and standard Mint State grades are abundant through Mint Sets and rolls.

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-P 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-P Jefferson Nickels were minted?
609,696,000 were struck.
What is a 2016-P Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 2016-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 2016-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.