War Nickel Melt Value
The live melt value of a war nickel at today's silver spot price. Enter how many you have below.
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Silver war nickel
1942–1945 · 35% silver
Total melt value
$0.00
0 troy oz of silver
Melt value is the metal value only. Collectible coins can be worth more — see below.
Value at today's silver price
| 1 coin | — |
| Roll of 40 ($2 face) | — |
| $100 face value | — |
From mid-1942 through 1945, nickels were struck in a 35% silver alloy to conserve nickel for the war effort. Each 'war nickel' contains 0.0563 troy ounces of silver. They're identified by a large mint mark (P, D or S) above Monticello on the reverse — the only Jefferson nickels with silver.
Frequently asked questions
How do I identify a silver war nickel?
War nickels (1942–1945) have a large mint mark — P, D or S — above the dome of Monticello on the reverse. That oversized mint mark is the tell; no other Jefferson nickel has silver.
How much silver is in a war nickel?
A war nickel is 35% silver and contains 0.0563 troy ounces of pure silver.