1980 Nickel Struck on Penny Planchet: $325+ Value Guide

At CoinVerse.Pro, we authenticate rare mint errors like your 1980 Jefferson nickel struck on a Lincoln cent planchet – a fascinating hybrid that sold for $325+. Here’s why this error commands serious collector premiums.

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Key Identification Features

➡️ Obverse (Front):

• 1980 Jefferson nickel design
• “LIBERTY” and date visible but distorted
• Copper color (penny composition)

➡️ Reverse (Back):

• Monticello building design
• “FIVE CENTS” denomination
• Smaller diameter than normal nickel

➡️ Error Specifications:
✅ Weight: 3.11g (penny weight) vs. 5g (nickel)
✅ Diameter: ~19mm (penny size) vs. 21.2mm (nickel)
✅ Composition: Copper-plated zinc (like 1980 pennies)

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Valuation Breakdown (2024 Market)

Grade	Raw Coin Value	Certified Value
AU-50	$200–$300	$300–$400
MS-63	$350–$500	$500–$700
MS-65	$600–$900 💎	$800–$1,200

Recent Sale: A similar 1999-D nickel/penny mule sold for $1,265 in 2023.

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4-Step Verification Process

1️⃣ Weight Check

• Must be 3.11g (penny weight)
• Normal nickels weigh 5g

2️⃣ Diameter Measurement

• Should be ~19mm (penny size)
• Compare to normal nickel (21.2mm)

3️⃣ Magnetic Test

• Non-magnetic (unlike post-1942 nickels)

4️⃣ Edge Examination

• Plain edge (no reeding like dimes)

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Why This Error is Valuable

✔️ Two Different Coin Designs Combined
✔️ Visible Planchet Mismatch
✔️ 1980 Date Adds Rarity
✔️ Growing Collector Demand for Hybrid Errors

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How to Maximize Your Profit

1. Get It Certified
   • PCGS/NGC certification adds 30-50% value
   • Ensures authenticity for buyers
2. Selling Platforms
   • eBay (for raw coins under $500)
   • Heritage Auctions (for certified coins)
   • Error coin Facebook groups
3. Timing Matters
   • Values rising 10-15% annually for modern errors
   • Hold for peak market interest

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