1981-S Jefferson Nickel Proof Value
Real sold prices from 4 tracked eBay sales — tracking since June 2026.
Computed from 4 real eBay sold listings tracked by CoinGrader since Jun 2026 · prices updated Jul 14, 2026. Not price-guide estimates.
Recent sales
| Date | Grade | Price | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | PCGS 69 | $4.01 | 1981 S 5C Jefferson Nickel Proof PCGS PR69DCAM |
| Jul 13, 2026 | PCGS 70 | $31.00 | 1981 S 5C Jefferson Nickel Proof PCGS PR70DCAM |
| Jul 13, 2026 | PCGS 69 | $6.75 | 1981-S Jefferson Nickel Type 1 PR69 DCAM PCGS Blue Label |
| Jun 26, 2026 | PCGS 70 | $49.95 | "AUCTION" 1981 S 5C Jefferson Nickel TY1 Proof PCGS PR70DCAM "SUPER GEM" MB 5524 |
Price history (monthly median)
| Month | Median sold price | Sales | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | $49.95 | 1 |
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| Jul 2026 | $6.75 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a 1981-S Jefferson Nickel Proof worth?
We have recorded 4 real eBay sale(s) for the 1981-S Jefferson Nickel Proof — see the recent sales list for actual sold prices.
Where do these prices come from?
CoinGrader continuously tracks completed eBay sales for this coin. Prices shown are computed from those real transactions (recent sales weighted more heavily, obvious outliers removed) — they are market prices, not catalog or price-guide values.
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