The US has minted nickels since 1866 so that question isn't detailed enough to provide a specific answer. Check the date on your nickel and enter the question "What is the value of (its date) US nickel?" for values.
Also, despite a lot of misinformation to the contrary, most 1964 and earlier nickels do NOT contain any silver. The coin's standard composition has been 25% nickel / 75% copper since it was introduced. The only exceptions are nickels minted from mid-1942 to 1945. These coins did contain a small amount of silver because nickel metal was needed for the war effort. Those "war nickels" are the ONLY ones that have any silver in them.
It's the usual practice of this site to answer a single question at a time. Please see:"What is the value of a 1940 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1942 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1944 US nickel?"
This design is called either a buffalo nickel or an Indian head nickel; both names are about equally common. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1919 US nickel?" for more information.
The US nickel was first issued in 1866. Please double-check your coin.
In average condition, both coins are only worth their face value.
Check that coin again. The first U.S. nickel was issued in 1866.
It's the usual practice of this site to answer a single question at a time. Please see:"What is the value of a 1940 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1942 US nickel?""What is the value of a 1944 US nickel?"
This design is called either a buffalo nickel or an Indian head nickel; both names are about equally common. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1919 US nickel?" for more information.
The US nickel was first issued in 1866. Please double-check your coin.
5 cents.
A 1957 nickel is worth face value only, unless it's uncirculated or a proof coin.
In average condition, both coins are only worth their face value.
Average current retail value is $5.00
Check that coin again. The first U.S. nickel was issued in 1866.
This famous design is also frequently called an Indian head nickel. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1920 US nickel?" for more information.
Liberty nickels were made from 1883 to 1912. Your coin is a familiar Jefferson nickel. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1939 US nickel?" for values.
It's not possible to give an answer without a date. Look for questions in the form "What is the value of a US nickel?" for specific information.
This coin is also called a buffalo nickel. Both names are about equally common. Please see the question "What is the value of a 1921 US nickel?" for more information.