How do you know if a 1950 nickel is good?

Look on the reverse of the coin. The absence of a mark in the area to the right of Monticello confirms the Philadelphia mint variety. 1950 nickels are a premium value coin in grades from Mint State through the lower circulated grade of Good. Grading qualifies the amount of wear when compared to standards.

What is a 1950 Denver nickel?

A 1950 Denver nickel has the distinction of the lowest mintage of the entire Jefferson nickel series. 2,630,030 nickels release to circulation is a very low number of coins and collectors highly prize the variety. These are also one of the few dates and mints of the series with a premium value in circulated condition.

What were the highlights of 1950 Nickels?

Highlights of 1950 Nickels: The Denver mint issue of 1950 amounted to just 2,630, 030 pieces and became, overtime the lowest mintage variety of the entire Jefferson series. Secondly, the Philadelphia mint struck an unusually low 9.8 million nickels for the year.