The high demand combined with the supply shortage created a buzz around it. 1950-D Jefferson Nickel is worth $5.50-$11 for coins in circulation. An uncirculated coin in its original condition is ...

The nickel has a long history in U.S. money, though it wasn’t the country’s first 5-cent coin. That honor goes to a “half-dime” that first appeared in 1794. Early 5-cent pieces weren’t ...

Not so for these numismatic nickels, however. Coveted by collectors due to their rarity and value on the secondary market, the following American coins could fetch a handsome sum — should you ...