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2017-S Proof

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular Proof
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage 1,249,845
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerJamie Franki / Felix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1624

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About this coinHistory

San Francisco struck 979,477 proof Jefferson nickels in 2017, the lowest modern Jefferson proof mintage and dropping below the one-million threshold for the first time in many years. The decline reflected continued erosion in proof set subscription numbers as the long-term trend in collector demographics played out. The coin is common by proof standards and available in every grade through standard collector channels.

The 2017-S proof was distributed in the year's standard Mint Proof Set alongside the year's denominations including the five America the Beautiful Quarters from the eighth year of the ATB program. Strike quality is sharp, and Cameo and Deep Cameo designations are universal on modern proofs.

For collectors building Jefferson nickel proof sets, the 2017-S is a routine recent entry. The lower mintage gives the date a modest premium of historical interest as the year proof production crossed below the one-million annual threshold.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 2017-S Proof Jefferson Nickels were minted?
1,249,845 were struck.
What is a 2017-S Proof Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 2017-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 2017-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.