Have a photo? Submit it and we'll credit you.

As an eBay Affiliate, Collector's Key may be compensated if you make a purchase through the link(s) above.

2026-S Semiquincentennial 1776-2026 Proof

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular Proof
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintSan Francisco
StrikeProof
Mintage Semiquincentennial issue; mintage not yet finalized
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerJamie Franki / Felix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1654

Collection

collectors own this
on want lists

Your collection

Sign in to track this coin.

About this coinHistory

The 2026-S Semiquincentennial proof Jefferson nickel completes the three-coin set documenting the 250th anniversary commemorative program. San Francisco's proof production includes the Semiquincentennial design in the standard S-mint proof format with mirror fields, frosted devices, and sharp strike characteristics.

Collectors building complete Jefferson nickel proof sets acquire the 2026-S Semiquincentennial as a required entry for the anniversary year. The coin represents the proof version of the Semiquincentennial commemorative design and will be included in the year's standard proof set alongside the other commemorative denominations.

The Semiquincentennial program represents the culmination of years of planning for the 250th anniversary observance. For collectors, the 2026 coinage issues (including the 2026-S Semiquincentennial Jefferson nickel proof) will be remembered as the coins struck during one of the most important anniversary years in American history. The current Franki-Mercanti Jefferson nickel design, in production since 2006, carries the Semiquincentennial elements as a fitting tribute to American independence on its 250th anniversary.

Price guideReference

Reference data only — not an appraisal.

GradeDescriptionLowHigh
PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What is a 2026-S Semiquincentennial 1776-2026 Proof Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 2026-S Semiquincentennial 1776-2026 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 2026-S Semiquincentennial 1776-2026 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.