Jefferson Nickel, United States five-cent coin

The Jefferson Nickel was first minted in 1938, replacing the Buffalo Nickel. It features President Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his home, Monticello, on the reverse. The coin was designed by Felix Schlag and has been in continuous production since its introduction, making it one of the longest-running coin designs in U.S. history. Jefferson Nickels are popular among numismatists and coin collectors, particularly those interested in American coinage and presidential memorabilia. Collectors appreciate these coins for their historical significance, design variations, and the challenge of assembling complete date and mint mark sets. The coin's accessibility and affordability make it an ideal entry point for beginning collectors while still offering rarities and varieties that appeal to advanced numismatists.