I recently started metal detecting and found one of these in my own yard. Best coin I’ve found yet. Thanks for the info. I have the rounded steps of course lol
I have a big pretzel jar of nickels from the 1930's to this date. Having seen this video makes me want to search through it when I return from vacation. Thanks for adding to the coin world of knowledge.
Wow!!! I have to say thank you for what you put out to everyone. The research and discriptsion of such is Great. Love the pre-strike planchet information.
The market is crazy. The 1961 D Jefferson on the left, steps looks like just a few steps shown, $13,000!!!!? wow, if that's the case, I should get all 30 of my coins graded.
I found one! Now what? 😅 I just like finding and collecting coins I never know who to take them to. NGC is closer but I hear PCGS does better at auctions and I read about CAC stickers and how they double check quality but the system confuses me. Yeeeears ago a good friend of mine taught me about collecting with a wheat penny and ever since I've held the hobby dear. Thank you blue ridge for educating!!
I made a comment about nickles with full steps, yesterday when I answered the question for the Morgan silver dollar,give away. And lo and behold, you made this video today, I see 2 steps on the coin on the left, and I get the "curve", your talking about. I am glad about that curve, because I see graded nickles with full steps and I have seen them with only a few. You picked the best pair, for comparison. Good job my man, I'm going to go thru my nickles today. Thanks for the good information. The old guy in Florida 😎😃
Conrad Pons I have wondered the same thing. I actually took a screenshot of BlueRidge’s side by side in the video, so I could zoom in and get a closer look. I too see only about 2 steps on this “full steps” coin. But I guess when you compare it to the other one that is totally mushy, and knowing the typical quality of the period, I can see how they could grade on a curve. I think I would be more hesitant to get anything graded though, knowing there is no true black & white rule. Or...maybe it plays to our favor? Not sure.🤔
I have a 1939D that I put away , it has a ding nut the steps are full other than that ding and I thought it wouldn’t grade that way with it. Very good info to hear. I appreciate it. It may be valuable after all. I love your videos. U never know what coins you have with out U BRSH. Thankyou. Made my Evening . 20 yrs ago I recieved it in change. So it is circulated but definitely AU - 58 to MS -61
Hello BlueRidge . Wow I can't believe that the full step makes that much different , like you said the other coin looks better . Now I have to look little more closely thanks for the great video 👍🏽🌵
Thank you so VERY MUCH FOR POINTING OUT THE NICKEL STEPS. SHAUN...I DO GET A BIT CONFUSED BECAUSE I SEE SOME C-APPY ONE'S GETTING BIG DOLLAR'S ? THE GRADERS OR MAYBE THE BIDDERS NEVER CEASE TO AMAZE ME.🐈🐈🐅🐅🐃💗💗💗💗💗P.S. I MISSED YOUR GIVEAWAY HOWEVER I VIEWED SOME OF IT TODAY AND YOUR WIFE IS A TRUE TROOPER FOR BEING THERE TO HELP SUPPORT YOU IN THIS AWESOME ADVENTURE 🐈🐈🐅🐅🐃💗💕💗💕💗💕💗💕💗💕
Amanda have you found out anything about the coin you have yet ? I have a 1961 nickle without the mint mark as well, thats why lm watchin this video to see if it was special due to not showing where it was minted.
Excellent video! No lie: I just picked a 1964-D AND a 1961-D in a single roll I talked the lady at the gas station to sell me during halftime of the AFC Playoff game today. They are both heavily circulated unsurprisingly (not a bank roll). Plus the '61 has the wildest mint error I've ever seen with an incuse ring around the whole coin and added material (looks like wire) over the top in one spot. The mint mark is also bisected by the odd ring. I'm a Buffalo Nickel guy, so I've seen some wild stuff, but just head scratching. I've gotta find your contact info so I can send you some pics! Needless to say I'm headed back to the gas station at OOB.
I just found 2- 1961 nickles in my collection...but the one that looks like it has full steps/full strike does NOT have a mint mark on it ? Does that make it more valuable?
Love watching your videos,very informative.This question is not related to this video but I trust your answers.Are they a way to clean dirty coins that doesn’t interfere with it value.I am not a big time collector I just want to put up some coins for my grandchildren.I don’t know where to look to ask questions and receive answer.If you have time to answer Thank You in advance.
As a general rule, collectors should never attempt to clean their coins..... never! If you were to come across a nice specimen, but felt a burning desire to spiff it up a little by means of a chemical bath, or even lightly padding the coin with the softest rag you could find....then send it off to a 3rd party grader for authentication and grading......they will know immediately while examining under high magnification. Chemicals will alter the original color and luster of the coin, and even the softest of rags will create friction on the surfaces of the coin, which will cause microscopic scratches. Most of the grading services do offer conservation services for an additional fee if the coin warrants it. :-)
Good video i just don't understand about the Nicks on the planchet you said the graders go by them but you didn't say if it was better or worse if they are visible after the coin is struck please let me know I'm very curious ? THANK YOU for all the videos I've been collecting coins since i was a kid in the 70's and always kept the odd,worn,toned or different ones like errors but didn't know much untill I started watching your videos a couple years ago
Shaun yesterday I got box of unecerc rolls of 2019 d nickels. 1 coin stand out of all because of the color. Is it possible there’s a black beauty in a modern coin?
I have been looking through these rolls of nickels I have and I’ve found a 1961 D Jefferson nickel and the obverse face has been struck 3 times. I can see it around the Jefferson head. And on the reverse the building is doubled or struck 3 times also
In my 1961 hard plastic sealed original mint holder has a black beauty cameo full clear 7 steps all the way across Monticello. The E in Liberty is missing the middle E line and is a spotless mirror like no "S" proof nickle. Thank you for the video.
I been following you for a while now and I like watching your video as well as coinhelp-U I like how your straight forward with the coin that your talking about and trying to educate your followers about coin collecting. I recently started coin hunting and collecting as well and I have some Jefferson Nickel that I think looks good and with FS but I have no experience with how to send it for grading and like you said we have to train our eyes with the coin detail luster and the eye appeal and I already gotten a microscope too and i think it's good coin but I'm just scared I guess because I dont know how to send a coin.😅
I found a 1950 d with5steps from cherry picking ., I also have 1962 P with 4or 5 steps un disturb My question BlueRidgeSilverhound what do I do with these nickels and how can I get help from someone to help verify them . I don't have FB only emails please help.
I found a 1961 no mint mark nickel..its a gem..shiny beatiful strike..and 5 steps on one side and 2 on other..I'm getting it graded..Did I hit the jackpot??
I have a 1976 DDR Dime and I just emailed pictures to you yesterday so I am not expecting to hear back for a while but it was a coin I found in my change and I’ve never seen one like it anywhere. I’ve never had a coin graded and I’m nervous about sending it somewhere. Im new to coin roll hunting and the find was unexpected. It is definitely DDR and not die deterioration. I was happy about finding it but again I’m nervous about sending it somewhere and kind of confused about the process as well. I wish there was a way to get it graded in person. Im in Maryland. I don’t know of any reputable graders or even where to start really.
I forgot to mention...I have two 1961s and one 1963 in about MS66 or better...and two of them have Full Steps...just haven't been able to send them in yet...
Hello thanks for your help & info. I have a 1961 D nickel but you can't see the steps and is in ok/decent condition. Anyway I can send a photo? Also have 1) 1939 - 3) 1940 1) 1940 S - 4) 1941 1) 1941 D 1) 1941 S - along with some 46' 47' 48' 49' 54' 58' 59' & 1961 D - 1962 D -1964's along with a few before the 80's
Not a 1961, but I have a 1964 and I’m still trying to figure if I should get it graded. It looks wayyyy shinier than normal ones. Not sure if it’s one of those special issue ones Could just be my eyes playing tricks on me lol
MaddenChamp226 226 I know. They were some 64’s to come out with a special strike though as they were trying new planchets for upcoming year/s. Some are starting to surface now. That’s more what I’m thinking about lol. It’s very rare, but anything is possible in this world
So I just found one of these literally 20 minutes ago and it is in incredible condition. I had to check it 3 times because I thought there's no way this coin is 60+ years old and still in nearly pristine condition. And it appears to have distinguishable steps on the inverse. Of course with my good luck there'll be something wrong with it and it'll be worth 4 cents.
In dog shows certain breeds that are actively used in hunting as well as for showing , if a particular dog has visible scars from hunting injuries , they are not "graded"/judged on a lower scale compared to a contender with no scars that is not used for hunting , because that is what the particular dog was bred for . I'm using a terrible analogy to make my point which is; If a coin is struck on a planchet that already had nicks in it , it shouldn't be down-graded . But I think I just sortof answered my query ... because (unless it's a die nick) there's no way to tell if the nick was pre or post delivery to a bank . I'm new at this so if anyone can tell me whether or not a coin that has a "nick" in it that is an "outy" due to die damage and not a scratch due to use , whether the coin would be seriously downgraded ? I'm asking bc I recently found in a Coinstar machine a really nice 1967 Kennedy half dollar with an "outy" nick on the obverse and I'm wondering if it's a waste of time/$ to have it graded ? Also , there is a little bit of his ear broken off that is clearly a die damage thing . No way the ear bit broke off during circulation bc the coin is in FAR too good of condition for the chip to have occurred after release . Sorry for the LONG comment !
I've got some nickels that I need to have a good look at. I'm pretty sure I have some from 1939 as well. Did you do a video recently on those? I'm pretty sure I watched one.
Hello thank you for for the verry Interesting video, i s their a way to post pictures on here I believe I have one of the 1961 double die nickel with the full steps, I don't know the exact grade of the coin but it is a pretty shiny coin. Don't really know where to go with it
Hey Brother, I noticed in the video you said the nickel needs 5 out of 6 steps to get the FS designation. While this is true, you need those 5 steps to be in a row. You need five in a row from the top down or the bottom up. PCGS sent me an email on this subject last year and is the reason I now know. You probably already knew, but just didn't say it in the video...
Great review of the Jefferson Nickel with the importance of having the Full Steps grade. The Planchet education is invaluable knowledge.
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I recently started metal detecting and found one of these in my own yard. Best coin I’ve found yet. Thanks for the info. I have the rounded steps of course lol
I have a big pretzel jar of nickels from the 1930's to this date. Having seen this video makes me want to search through it when I return from vacation. Thanks for adding to the coin world of knowledge.
Hi Sean - can you explain how to determine planchet nicks verse post mint damage nicks?
great info i need to look closer at my 1961 nickels
Thanks for sharing that in-sider, nitty gritty info with us buddy, as I'm sure it will come in handy.
Interesting
I wonder why memorial cents aren't graded by steps like you said before 60's and early 70's weren't always struck well
Wow!!! I have to say thank you for what you put out to everyone. The research and discriptsion of such is Great. Love the pre-strike planchet information.
The market is crazy. The 1961 D Jefferson on the left, steps looks like just a few steps shown, $13,000!!!!? wow, if that's the case, I should get all 30 of my coins graded.
I got one in my hand right now,, I have had a lot of them over the years.
My favorite channels, always take breaks to watch.
Sooooo close to 100k!!! Love your info always
I found one! Now what? 😅 I just like finding and collecting coins I never know who to take them to. NGC is closer but I hear PCGS does better at auctions and I read about CAC stickers and how they double check quality but the system confuses me. Yeeeears ago a good friend of mine taught me about collecting with a wheat penny and ever since I've held the hobby dear. Thank you blue ridge for educating!!
Great video. Love you man. Keep on pickin.
I have this coin in great condition from the year 1961!
I made a comment about nickles with full steps, yesterday when I answered the question for the Morgan silver dollar,give away. And lo and behold, you made this video today, I see 2 steps on the coin on the left, and I get the "curve", your talking about. I am glad about that curve, because I see graded nickles with full steps and I have seen them with only a few. You picked the best pair, for comparison. Good job my man, I'm going to go thru my nickles today. Thanks for the good information. The old guy in Florida 😎😃
Conrad Pons I have wondered the same thing. I actually took a screenshot of BlueRidge’s side by side in the video, so I could zoom in and get a closer look. I too see only about 2 steps on this “full steps” coin. But I guess when you compare it to the other one that is totally mushy, and knowing the typical quality of the period, I can see how they could grade on a curve. I think I would be more hesitant to get anything graded though, knowing there is no true black & white rule. Or...maybe it plays to our favor? Not sure.🤔
Where is the nearest grading place in California? Have idea of price for grading. Thanks for info.
Liberty Nickel 1961 D . Size Of A Quarter . Thank You . 😮
I have a 1939D that I put away , it has a ding nut the steps are full other than that ding and I thought it wouldn’t grade that way with it. Very good info to hear. I appreciate it. It may be valuable after all. I love your videos. U never know what coins you have with out U BRSH. Thankyou. Made my Evening . 20 yrs ago I recieved it in change. So it is circulated but definitely AU - 58 to MS -61
Excellent explanation on a coin I might actually find since I already have several 1965s
That was very informative and cool like you!
were can i find a book were I can have all my coins in 1 book like my pennys, nickles, dimes etc.
A year later......Hobby lobby......
Hello BlueRidge . Wow I can't believe that the full step makes that much different , like you said the other coin looks better . Now I have to look little more closely thanks for the great video 👍🏽🌵
I have a 1961 no mint mark can't identify if its a proof or circulated great strike and finish. Any info? I'm new to collecting coins.
Thank you so VERY MUCH FOR POINTING OUT THE NICKEL STEPS. SHAUN...I DO GET A BIT CONFUSED BECAUSE I SEE SOME C-APPY ONE'S GETTING BIG DOLLAR'S ? THE GRADERS OR MAYBE THE BIDDERS NEVER CEASE TO AMAZE ME.🐈🐈🐅🐅🐃💗💗💗💗💗P.S. I MISSED YOUR GIVEAWAY HOWEVER I VIEWED SOME OF IT TODAY AND YOUR WIFE IS A TRUE TROOPER FOR BEING THERE TO HELP SUPPORT YOU IN THIS AWESOME ADVENTURE 🐈🐈🐅🐅🐃💗💕💗💕💗💕💗💕💗💕
I have been collecting Jefferson Nickels forever BRSH and I never knew how important Full Steps are!
What is "Full Steps" ?
Yo tengo una moneda de 1961 de Jefferson nickeis
Hello, I've got a 1961 I would guess 68 grade maybe but no steps but is double struck .
Worth sending it in ???
I have a high quality circulated 1961 with no mint mark. Any info.?
Amanda have you found out anything about the coin you have yet ? I have a 1961 nickle without the mint mark as well, thats why lm watchin this video to see if it was special due to not showing where it was minted.
Thank you very informative like always
another great video, and information
Great info i have one that looks like the one on the left
But were do I find a honest coin dealer
Denny in mcminnville oregon
Thanks for the info Blue Ridge much appreciated
What if your steps impression didn't get pressed correctly it doesn't look like steps?
Excellent video! No lie: I just picked a 1964-D AND a 1961-D in a single roll I talked the lady at the gas station to sell me during halftime of the AFC Playoff game today. They are both heavily circulated unsurprisingly (not a bank roll). Plus the '61 has the wildest mint error I've ever seen with an incuse ring around the whole coin and added material (looks like wire) over the top in one spot. The mint mark is also bisected by the odd ring. I'm a Buffalo Nickel guy, so I've seen some wild stuff, but just head scratching. I've gotta find your contact info so I can send you some pics! Needless to say I'm headed back to the gas station at OOB.
Thanks again. I'm looking for those full steps now.
Looks like I have a 61 that could have full steps where do I bring it?
I just found 2- 1961 nickles in my collection...but the one that looks like it has full steps/full strike does NOT have a mint mark on it ? Does that make it more valuable?
Possibly and 2 heads are better than 1
Great info as always, thank you!
Love watching your videos,very informative.This question is not related to this video but I trust your answers.Are they a way to clean dirty coins that doesn’t interfere with it value.I am not a big time collector I just want to put up some coins for my grandchildren.I don’t know where to look to ask questions and receive answer.If you have time to answer Thank You in advance.
As a general rule, collectors should never attempt to clean their coins..... never! If you were to come across a nice specimen, but felt a burning desire to spiff it up a little by means of a chemical bath, or even lightly padding the coin with the softest rag you could find....then send it off to a 3rd party grader for authentication and grading......they will know immediately while examining under high magnification. Chemicals will alter the original color and luster of the coin, and even the softest of rags will create friction on the surfaces of the coin, which will cause microscopic scratches. Most of the grading services do offer conservation services for an additional fee if the coin warrants it. :-)
Thank you
@@judythornburg2240 Your are very welcome!
Good video i just don't understand about the Nicks on the planchet you said the graders go by them but you didn't say if it was better or worse if they are visible after the coin is struck please let me know I'm very curious ? THANK YOU for all the videos I've been collecting coins since i was a kid in the 70's and always kept the odd,worn,toned or different ones like errors but didn't know much untill I started watching your videos a couple years ago
Shaun yesterday I got box of unecerc rolls of 2019 d nickels. 1 coin stand out of all because of the color. Is it possible there’s a black beauty in a modern coin?
Thanks for the video, good info.
I have a 1961 nickel with a lot of doubling in both sides of the nickel wish you could see it and give me some advice on the nickel
I have been looking through these rolls of nickels I have and I’ve found a 1961 D Jefferson nickel and the obverse face has been struck 3 times. I can see it around the Jefferson head. And on the reverse the building is doubled or struck 3 times also
Where can I sell my coins? And where can I get it graded
Thanks for the knowledge
I've got one as well but mine is a Phillidelfia Jefferson Nickle with Full-Steps
In my 1961 hard plastic sealed original mint holder has a black beauty cameo full clear 7 steps all the way across Monticello. The E in Liberty is missing the middle E line and is a spotless mirror like no "S" proof nickle. Thank you for the video.
Love full step nickels. 👍
Thanks for the great information as always
I been following you for a while now and I like watching your video as well as coinhelp-U I like how your straight forward with the coin that your talking about and trying to educate your followers about coin collecting. I recently started coin hunting and collecting as well and I have some Jefferson Nickel that I think looks good and with FS but I have no experience with how to send it for grading and like you said we have to train our eyes with the coin detail luster and the eye appeal and I already gotten a microscope too and i think it's good coin but I'm just scared I guess because I dont know how to send a coin.😅
I found a 1950 d with5steps from cherry picking ., I also have 1962 P with 4or 5 steps un disturb My question BlueRidgeSilverhound what do I do with these nickels and how can I get help from someone to help verify them . I don't have FB only emails please help.
I have 1 with a weird error n wanna know if it's worth anything
I have one of those nickels I'm in Detroit, Michigan I have lots of coins we're do I take them
Nice video Have a few Thanks for the wake up call
I found a 1961 no mint mark nickel..its a gem..shiny beatiful strike..and 5 steps on one side and 2 on other..I'm getting it graded..Did I hit the jackpot??
I have a no mint 61 too trying to find info on it
Thank you for the detailed lesson!
Love your channel.
I actually have a few of these coins UNCIRCULATED thats show full steps. now what do I do?
If a coin is to be valuable, can it be found in a old jar of coins? or does it have to be spiffy good looking and clean?
I have a 1948 black nickel! That is why I pulled up this video. Pretty cool.
You have a 35% silver nickle
Silver coins pre 64 have silver in them. I keep all pretty 64.
I got one 1961 D mint mark what’s the price
since watching your video I've found a 77 D with FS .😉 thanks
I have a 1976 DDR Dime and I just emailed pictures to you yesterday so I am not expecting to hear back for a while but it was a coin I found in my change and I’ve never seen one like it anywhere. I’ve never had a coin graded and I’m nervous about sending it somewhere. Im new to coin roll hunting and the find was unexpected. It is definitely DDR and not die deterioration. I was happy about finding it but again I’m nervous about sending it somewhere and kind of confused about the process as well. I wish there was a way to get it graded in person. Im in Maryland. I don’t know of any reputable graders or even where to start really.
Thank you my brother 👍👍
I forgot to mention...I have two 1961s and one 1963 in about MS66 or better...and two of them have Full Steps...just haven't been able to send them in yet...
Hello thanks for your help & info. I have a 1961 D nickel but you can't see the steps and is in ok/decent condition. Anyway I can send a photo? Also have 1) 1939 - 3) 1940 1) 1940 S - 4) 1941 1) 1941 D 1) 1941 S - along with some 46' 47' 48' 49' 54' 58' 59' & 1961 D - 1962 D -1964's along with a few before the 80's
Not a 1961, but I have a 1964 and I’m still trying to figure if I should get it graded. It looks wayyyy shinier than normal ones. Not sure if it’s one of those special issue ones Could just be my eyes playing tricks on me lol
chris raymond MS grades from 65-70 can get you $300 & up
MaddenChamp226 226 I know. They were some 64’s to come out with a special strike though as they were trying new planchets for upcoming year/s. Some are starting to surface now. That’s more what I’m thinking about lol. It’s very rare, but anything is possible in this world
chris raymond full steps can get you good money back
Hola amigos yo tengo una moneda de esas del 1961
I believe after cents ,nickels gotta be my favorite to hunt.I always look for full steps on my older nickels
I have a 1946 with full 6 steps.
@@willnot3297 are you selling it or is it in yours for your collection
So I just found one of these literally 20 minutes ago and it is in incredible condition. I had to check it 3 times because I thought there's no way this coin is 60+ years old and still in nearly pristine condition. And it appears to have distinguishable steps on the inverse. Of course with my good luck there'll be something wrong with it and it'll be worth 4 cents.
I have a 1961 nickel D Jefferson coin..and also penny coin 1991, dime 2007...this coin is valuable?...pls help me.
Thanks for the info. I really appreciate you and your videos. :-)
Many thanks!!
I have a 1961 nickel 5.18 grams? Is i in nor
Mal range
Thank you Sir
I have this coin. But it needs to be looked at very well..
Please help me
I have one n it has swirls on the center frt n back ? Talk to me
So do I back side
"Ring of Death"
Good morning
Hi, have you every saw a black nickel or a black dine?
This was nice to know
Good afternoon brother,I got a nickel D mint print and was made 1961 can u take a look and let me know if got any value,thank you.
I have the one on the right 😳 who do I bring my coins to? I have 1940 ones also
I have 2 of them ..1 -is a no mint Mark the other is a double Die D
I found a 1961 d Jefferson nickel missing the 9 in 1961 . The 9 is a 0 would that be worth anything I could send a picture.
I don't know about you guys but I can only see a little bit of steps , to the left and on the top of the coin on the left . Maybe it's my iPad .
I have one but not sure what to do
In dog shows certain breeds that are actively used in hunting as well as for showing , if a particular dog has visible scars from hunting injuries ,
they are not "graded"/judged on a lower scale compared to a contender with no scars that is not used for hunting , because that is what the particular dog was bred for . I'm using a terrible analogy to make my point which is; If a coin is struck on a planchet that already had nicks in it , it shouldn't be down-graded . But I think I just sortof answered my query ... because (unless it's a die nick) there's no way to tell if the nick was pre or post delivery to a bank . I'm new at this so if anyone can tell me whether or not a coin that has a "nick" in it that is an "outy" due to die damage and not a scratch due to use , whether the coin would be seriously downgraded ? I'm asking bc I recently found in a Coinstar machine a really nice 1967 Kennedy half dollar with an "outy" nick on the obverse and I'm wondering if it's a waste of time/$ to have it graded ? Also , there is a little bit of his ear broken off that is clearly a die damage thing . No way the ear bit broke off during circulation bc the coin is in FAR too good of condition for the chip to have occurred after release . Sorry for the LONG comment !
If you ever saw the planchets come out of the hopper. Suprised their not alot worse.
I think it may be in the money with the step thing I'm going to my old colored friend an see what he says Merry Christmas sir thanks for your video
Can I send u a pic of the one I just got?
Can you find it on ebay
I've got some nickels that I need to have a good look at. I'm pretty sure I have some from 1939 as well. Did you do a video recently on those? I'm pretty sure I watched one.
What if there is no D?
Hello thank you for for the verry Interesting video, i s their a way to post pictures on here I believe I have one of the 1961 double die nickel with the full steps, I don't know the exact grade of the coin but it is a pretty shiny coin. Don't really know where to go with it
where are you located and do you accept visitors? l would love to visit you if you are not too far
I started checking out coins and mostly old war dates and finally believe i got a 1961d dd hope and is it.
I have a 1961 D nickle. But I dont know if it's worth a lot.
I have one right now 😊
61D no step. Then this have no value ? Right or wrong!
Hey Brother,
I noticed in the video you said the nickel needs 5 out of 6 steps to get the FS designation. While this is true, you need those 5 steps to be in a row. You need five in a row from the top down or the bottom up. PCGS sent me an email on this subject last year and is the reason I now know. You probably already knew, but just didn't say it in the video...
I can only see one to two steps on the nickel that sold for 13k, so why is this considered full steps?
61 d does have value if it's a high grade