Guide to the Jefferson Nickel Coin Series
The Westward Journey Nickels (Buy on eBay) were issued during the years 2004 to 2006, intended to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Louisiana Purchase and the famous expedition through the territory by Lewis and Clark. During these years, the Jefferson Nickel featured four new reverse designs and two new obverse designs. At the conclusion […]
Proof Jefferson Nickels (Buy on eBay) were struck for collectors during most years of the series with a few short gaps in production. The earliest Proofs were struck between 1938 and 1942. During this era, the Philadelphia Mint issued Proof coins to collectors either individually or as part of a complete set. The availability of […]
During the course of the series, the Jefferson Nickel was struck in two different compositions. The first composition was the standard alloy used since the introduction of the denomination in 1866, while the second was used during World War II in an effort to preserve nickel and copper. The original composition consisted of 75% copper […]
The Jefferson Nickel has been produced each year from 1938 to present. Coins were struck for circulation at the Philadelphia, Denver, and San Francisco Mints and mintages have varied widely. In total, more than 50 billion Jefferson Nickels have been produced. The lowest mintage circulating coin is the 1950-D Jefferson Nickel, which is generally considered […]
“Full Steps” is a grading designation used for circulation strike Jefferson Nickels which have at least five full steps visible at the base of Monticello on the reverse. Broadly speaking, the designation is used to identify coins which have been fully struck. In order to receive the designation, there must be no disturbance of the […]