Jefferson Nickel

Brief Description

Features a profile of Thomas Jefferson facing left on the obverse. The 'darker' appearance and specific date range of this design indicates it is likely a 'War Nickel'.

Historical Significance

Known as 'War Nickels', these were produced during WWII because nickel was a critical war material. The composition was changed to silver and manganese to conserve nickel for military use. They are easily identified by a large mint mark (P, D, or S) located above Monticello on the reverse.

Estimated Value

$1.50 - $2.00 (primarily based on silver melt value for circulated conditions)

Care Instructions

Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can severely reduce its numismatic value. Handle by the edges and store in a PVC-free flip or archival-safe container to prevent further oxidation or damage.

Created At: 2026-04-13T22:01:44.548915