how is a nickel worth

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The value of a nickel really depends on what you mean. For most nickels you'll find in your pocket, the value is simply its face value: five cents. This is the amount it's worth when you're buying something at a store.

However, a nickel's value can be different for collectors. The value of a collectible nickel is determined by several factors, including its age, rarity, condition, and mint mark (the small letter indicating where it was made). For example, older nickels like Buffalo nickels or Liberty Head "V" nickels are often worth more than five cents, especially if they are in good condition.

Some specific nickels can be extremely valuable due to errors or very low production numbers. A famous example is the 1937-D "three-legged" Buffalo nickel, which can be worth hundreds or even thousands of dollars. So, while the vast majority of nickels are just worth five cents, you might occasionally find a special one that's worth a lot more to a coin collector.