5 Cents ($0.05)

Jefferson Nickel

United States of America · 1964

The obverse features a left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson, the third U.S. President, designed by Felix Schlag. It includes the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the year '1964'.

Country: United States of America
Year: 1964
Denomination: 5 Cents ($0.05)
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel

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Overview

The obverse features a left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson, the third U.S. President, designed by Felix Schlag. It includes the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST', 'LIBERTY', and the year '1964'.

Historical significance

1964 was a notable year for U.S. coinage as it was the last year silver was used for circulating dimes and quarters. Because people began hoarding coins during this period, the 1964 Jefferson Nickel was minted in massive quantities (over 2.8 billion across the Philadelphia and Denver mints) to combat a national coin shortage.

Estimated value

$0.05 - $0.25 (Value in circulated condition is typically face value due to extremely high mintage. Uncirculated or error versions may be worth more to collectors.)

Care & preservation

To maintain the condition of the coin, handle it only by the edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin to the surface. Store in a cool, dry place within a PVC-free archival holder. Never clean the coin with chemicals or abrasives, as this can permanently damage its surfaces and value.

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