This is a 1944 San Francisco minted Jefferson Nickel, a coin with significant historical value. Struck with a diameter of 21.2 mm and weighing 5 grams, this nickel features the classic design by Felix Schlag, showcasing a portrayal of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. Produced during World War II, the 1944 Jefferson Nickel was minted from a copper-silver-manganese blend, a composition that reflects the wartime metal shortages and changes in material usage. The San Francisco mint, marked by the "S" mint mark, signifies the location where this coin was produced among the total mintage of 21,640,000 coins for that year. The denomination of the American nickel is 5 cents, and it is commonly referred to as a nickel or half dime. In circulating coinage of the United States, this series highlights America's transition during a pivotal era in its history. Whether you're a numismatist, a collector of American currency, or simply an enthusiast of American history, this coin holds educational and collectible appeal due to its minting during a unique historical period and its artistry reflective of the 20th century.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.05 |
| diameter | 21.2 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper-Silver-Manganese |
| mint-mark | S |
| mintage | 21640000 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1944 |