1944-S (San Francisco) Philippines Under U.S. Sovereignty

Coin / United States of America / 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) / Philippines Under U.S. Sovereignty / 1944 / San Francisco

This coin is a 5-cent piece, commonly known as the nickel, minted in 1944 during the period when the Philippines was under U.S. sovereignty. It features the distinctive mint mark "S," indicating it was struck at the San Francisco Mint. The coin is made from a copper-nickel-zinc composition, giving it a characteristic metallic sheen and durability. With a diameter of 19 mm and a weight of 4.75 grams, it is compact and convenient for circulation. The mintage for this particular year and series is 14,040,000 pieces, which contributes to its availability in the collector's market. As a denomination of five cents, this nickel exemplifies a crucial part of the currency used in the Philippines during a significant historical era. Collectors may be particularly interested in its design, historical context, and the minting conditions which highlight its importance not just as currency, but as a piece of numismatic history. Overall, this 1944 San Francisco five-cent coin represents both a fascinating chapter in American and Philippine history, making it a valuable addition to any collection of coins from this period.