Jefferson Nickel (Return to Monticello)
Country of Origin: United States of America
Year of Issue: 2018
Denomination: 5 Cents ($0.05)
Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Brief Description
A modern United States five-cent piece featuring Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his estate, Monticello, on the reverse.
Historical Significance
The Jefferson nickel series began in 1938. In 2006, the design was updated to include a forward-facing portrait of Jefferson and a refined image of Monticello, which is the version seen here.
Estimated Value
$0.05 face value in circulated condition. High-grade uncirculated examples (MS-65 and above) may be worth $1 to $5.
Care Instructions
Modern circulation coins generally do not require special care; avoid harsh cleaning or chemicals to keep original luster intact. Store in a cool, dry place.
Mint Mark
D - Denver Mint
Mintage & Rarity
Common. The 2018-D had a high mintage of approximately 646,080,000 coins.
Weight & Diameter
5.000 g, 21.21 mm
Edge
Plain / Smooth
Apparent Grade
Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated. The coin shows high detail on the building steps and Jefferson's hair, but has minor surface marks from circulation wear.
Obverse (Front)
A forward-facing portrait of Thomas Jefferson, based on an 1800 Rembrandt Peale painting. It features the inscriptions 'In God We Trust', 'Liberty' (in Jefferson's handwriting), the date '2018', and the mint mark 'D'.
Reverse (Back)
A detailed depiction of Monticello, Jefferson's home in Virginia. Featured legends include 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', 'MONTICELLO', 'FIVE CENTS', and 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA'.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition and eye appeal are the primary factors. 'Full Steps' (FS) designation on the reverse is highly sought after by collectors of uncirculated nickels.
Similar Coins
1938-2003 Jefferson Nickels (Profile view), 2004-2005 Westward Journey series nickels.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for correct weight (5.0g) and the distinct 'D' mint mark. Counterfeits of this modern date are extremely rare due to high supply.
Notable Varieties & Errors
No major doubled die or error varieties are widely recognized for the 2018-D strike at this time.
Created At: 2026-06-13T19:23:30.022988