1945 P Jefferson Wartime Silver Nickel AU About Uncirculated

The historically detailed Jefferson nickel is a must-have for numismatic collectors. With its surreal history, age, and captivating design, it has become one of the most widely collected coins in the industry. As these coins can be up to 85 years old and continue to be minted today, finding Jefferson nickels in good condition, especially the earlier dates, is increasingly challenging. Holding this remarkable piece of history in your hands connects you to America's past, making it an essential addition to any collection. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to own this piece of America's heritage!

Coin Highlights:

• The mass of all Jefferson nickels are 5.000 g
• The composition of all Jefferson nickels are 0.750 copper, 0.250 nickel
• The diameter of all Jefferson nickels are 21.21 mm (0.8350 in)
• Years of minting: 1938 - Present
• The designer who created the obverse design of Thomas Jefferson was Jamie Franki, while the reverse with the design of Monticello was designed by Felix Schlag

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Jefferson Nickel - Background & Design:

The Jefferson nickel has served as the five-cent coin minted by the United States Mint since 1938, succeeding the Buffalo nickel. From 1938 to 2004, the obverse of the copper-nickel coin displayed a profile portrayal of Thomas Jefferson, the esteemed founding father and third President of the United States, crafted by artist Felix Schlag. In 2005, the obverse design, still in profile, was created by Joe Fitzgerald, while Jamie Franki introduced a forward-facing portrayal of Jefferson in 2006. The reverse of the coin has retained Schlag's original design, albeit featuring commemorative designs in 2004 and 2005.

Originally struck in 1913, the Buffalo nickel proved challenging to produce, leading the Mint to seek a new design upon the completion of its 25-year term, which could only be changed by Congress. In early 1938, the Mint organized a design competition, stipulating that Jefferson's likeness should appear on the obverse and his residence, Monticello, on the reverse. Schlag emerged as the winner, although he was required to submit an entirely new reverse design and incorporate additional modifications before the new coin commenced production in October 1938.

During World War II, nickel became a critical war material, prompting the Mint to strike nickels from 1942 to 1945 using a copper-silver-manganese alloy. This adjustment allowed the coins to function seamlessly with vending machines. Notably, these war-era nickels bear a prominent mint mark above the depiction of Monticello on the reverse. In 2004 and 2005, the nickel underwent further design changes as part of the Westward Journey nickel series, while since 2006, it has featured Schlag's original reverse design and Franki's forward-facing obverse depiction.

Jefferson Nickel - Background & Design:

In accordance with condition notes and guidelines, an "About Uncirculated" Jefferson Nickel is characterized by a pristine surface adorned with a delicate and uniform luster. There are no indications of wear that would disrupt the continuous sheen. Even if the coin had been in circulation, the highest points would retain their fine grain texture without any dulling.

Obverse: Noteworthy features of Jefferson's hair may exhibit a frost-like appearance imparted by the minting process. The area above his eye is particularly susceptible to initial signs of wear. However, the shoulder and collar regions maintain their luster seamlessly, undiminished by any wear-related effects.

Reverse: The lines comprising the triangle design represent elevated areas that may reveal any disturbances to the mint luster. Similarly, the columns serve as key areas to examine for any deviations from the expected luster quality, which should be present to some extent. Minimal wear may be visible on the foundation of Monticello.