1962 Jefferson Nickel w/ steps 1 1

[McKenzie West]

Thinking about having this graded. Any thoughts?

 

thanking you in advance for your time and guidance.

[Coinbuf]

It looks to be a proof coin, all proof coins are expected to have full steps and that is not something that the TPG's note on proof labels.   Furthermore, the coin does not look as though it would be worth the costs to have graded from what I see in your photos.

Edited September 24, 2023 by Coinbuf

[McKenzie West]

Coinbuf thanks for your prompt response.

 

I read this on the internet. See below.

"Although 1962 Jefferson nickels are extremely common, the high number that were minted means the dies that created them became worn. Distinct full steps coins are extremely rare for this reason, and it's very uncommon for one to survive in nearly uncirculated condition. An example sold in 2013 for $21,150."

 

any thoughts? And thanks for guiding a rookie!

[Lem E]

On 9/24/2023 at 11:24 AM, McKenzie West said:

Coinbuf thanks for your prompt response.

 

I read this on the internet. See below.

"Although 1962 Jefferson nickels are extremely common, the high number that were minted means the dies that created them became worn. Distinct full steps coins are extremely rare for this reason, and it's very uncommon for one to survive in nearly uncirculated condition. An example sold in 2013 for $21,150."

 

any thoughts? And thanks for guiding a rookie!

The example they are referring to is a business strike. As @Coinbuf stated, you have a proof coin which means the steps are common. Finding a 62 business strike coin with steps is very difficult.

[McKenzie West]

Thanks again 

[Just Bob]

Click here for a short article explaining the difference between proof coins and circulation strike coins: Link

[J P M]

Finding a  circulation strike nickel from the sixty's with full steps is a rare coin. There are not many out there and the ones that are can be very pricey.