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1943/2 Overdate War Nickel value guide -- the doubled-die overdate error, and grade-by-grade prices.
Note: a full grade-by-grade breakdown for this coin is still being compiled.
A genuine doubled-die overdate error, not a mint-mark variety -- the full 1943 date was impressed over a leftover 1942-dated die, identifiable by a hooked "3" and sometimes a doubled "4."
Worth roughly 6x a common-date 1943-P war nickel in the same grade, reflecting genuine variety scarcity rather than silver content -- both share the same melt value.
Live listings matching the 1943-P 3 Over 2 Overdate Jefferson Nickel
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Condition drives price more than any other factor on a coin like this — two examples of the same date can be worth very different amounts depending on wear and authentication.
The value table above is organized by grade for a reason — a coin's condition, not just its date, sets where it lands on that range. If you're not sure how to grade, a seller's photos and description should call it out.
A professionally graded (PCGS/NGC) example carries more certainty than a raw coin, and usually a small premium for it. Both are fine to buy — just factor grading into the price you're comparing.
Prices vary between individual sellers here, not one retailer's price list. Sort by price, check the seller's Metal Points and order history, and message the seller if photos don't show enough detail to grade confidently.
About the 1943-P 3 Over 2 Overdate Jefferson Nickel
Value depends heavily on condition. A well-worn example brings closer to $28, while an uncirculated one can reach $793 or more.
A genuine doubled-die overdate error, not a mint-mark variety -- the full 1943 date was impressed over a leftover 1942-dated die, identifiable by a hooked "3" and sometimes a doubled "4."
For anything you believe is a key date or an error, professional grading protects both buyer and seller by settling condition and authenticity before money changes hands.
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