Coin Identifier
Jefferson Nickel
5 Cents ($0.05)

Jefferson Nickel

United States · 1942-1945

Features a left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his home, Monticello, on the reverse. Note: Silver 'war nickels' are characterized by a large mint mark (P, D, or S) over the dome of Monticello.

Country
United States
Year
1942-1945
Denomination
5 Cents ($0.05)
Metal
56% Copper, 35% Silver, 9% Manganese

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Overview

Features a left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his home, Monticello, on the reverse. Note: Silver 'war nickels' are characterized by a large mint mark (P, D, or S) over the dome of Monticello.

Historical significance

During WWII, nickel was a critical material for armor plating. To conserve it, the US Mint removed nickel from the 5-cent piece, replacing it with a silver alloy. These are known as 'War Nickels.'

Estimated value

$1.50 - $5.00 (depending on silver spot price and condition)

Care & preservation

Do not clean or polish the coin, as this can destroy its numismatic value. Handle by the edges and store in an acid-free holder to prevent tarnishing.