What is the value of a 1947 US nickel?

Answer 1

1947 is not a rare date for Jefferson nickels in circulated condition. Look on the back to the right of Monticello to see if there's a mint mark letter.

Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 10/2015:

Circulated coins, regardless of mint mark:

Very worn condition - 5¢

Moderately worn - 10¢

Slightly worn - 20¢

Almost no wear - 30¢

Uncirculated:

No mint mark (Phila): 65¢ in MS-60 up to $19 in MS-65

"S" (San Francisco): 60¢ to $17.50

"D" (Denver): 80¢ to $16.25 It is rather common and can be found in pocket change, unless in excellent condition it is worth 5 cents.