* Worth a premium over face value. Mint State examples can fetch $10-$20. circulated pieces go for $1.50-$2.
1956
* Circulated examples: A bit more worn than the 1955-D but still fairly common in nice condition. Worth face value.
* Mint State examples: Worth $2-$4.
1957:
* Circulated: Common, worth face value.
* Mint State: More expensive than its brethren because its mintage was interrupted by production of coins for the short-lived Explorer I satellite. Worth $4-$6.
1958 and 1959:
* Same basic values as the 1956.
* Mint State pieces tend to bring a slight premium over those dated 1956 or 1957.
1960 and 1961:
* Extremely common. Worth a premium due to their silver content.
* Melt value: About 12 cents each.
1962 and 1963:
* Values similar to the 1960 and 1961 nickels.
1964 and 1965:
* These coins were produced in enormous quantity (over 1 billion per year).
* Worth face value.