War nickels were minted from 1942-1945 during World War II when nickel was needed for military purposes. These special coins contain 35% silver, making them valuable to collectors.
Tip: Look for the large mint mark above Monticello on the reverse - it's unique to war nickels.
Circulated War Nickel Values
- • 1942-P ($3 to $5)
- • 1942-S ($3 to $5)
- • 1943-P ($3 to $5)
- • 1943-D ($3 to $5)
- • 1943-S ($3 to $5)
- • 1944-P ($3 to $5)
- • 1944-D ($3 to $5)
- • 1944-S ($3 to $5)
- • 1945-P ($3 to $5)
- • 1945-D ($3 to $5)
- • 1945-S ($3 to $5)
Uncirculated Values
- • MS-63 Grade ($8 to $12)
- • MS-65 Grade ($15 to $25)
- • MS-67 Grade ($75 to $150)
Error Varieties
- • 1943-P Doubled Die Reverse ($100 to $200)
- • 1943-P Double Eye ($75 to $150)
- • 1944-D/S FS-501 ($200 to $400)
Find more rare varieties in the our coin error guide.