1957 d Jefferson nickel

[Tenn treasure hunter]

I purchased some coins online, and the seller included this coin. 1957 D nickel. It has a grading of MS - 70 through international numismatic bureau. Done my research, and know they are not a creditable company. But my question is, is there any value at all? ( I don't think so) and if no value, what's the point of even bothering having it graded to give it away for free?

 

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[huntsman53]

There are a lot of Self-Grader/Self-Slabbers out there and International Numismatic Bureau is likely one of these. The Grade on the label for the 2x2 of MS-70 would not be recognized by Collectors or Dealers. However, although it is hard to grade in a 2x2, it appears to be fairly high grade with some light toning and there are some Collectors that would pay anywhere from $2.00 upwards of $15.00 or more for the coin. If it has "Full Steps", then the price will likely more than double.


Frank

 

[JonG]

If you go to PCGS.com and check out their population report for the 1957-D nickels, the highest grade they've given one is an MS-67. And that population number is 1, meaning they've only graded one coin that high. Nothing higher. I'd check with a local coin dealer and see what they charge to send one to PCGS to be graded, if you don't have a membership. If it grades 3 points less than what's on the 2x2, you'd have one of the 2 highest graded 1957-D nickels.

Check out their price guide while you're on the site. They value the MS-67 1957-D @ $450, and the 1957-D Full Steps @ $1900.

Definitely worth considering in my book.

 

[Digging Duo]

Its not a MS 70. BUT....if there are at least 5 full steps above Monticello and the fields on the obverse are semi clear, it would be worth submitting.

 

[Digging Duo]

Looks like a rotated reverse also. I believe approx 40% off center strike would add value as well