This is a 1953 Jefferson Nickel, a five-cent coin minted in Denver, United States of America. It falls under the denomination category of 5¢, also known as a Nickel or Half Dime. The coin features the iconic designs associated with the Jefferson Nickel series, which represents a significant part of American numismatic history. The coin was produced through a Mint Strike process and has a total mintage of approximately 59,878,600 pieces, indicating it was a fairly common coin during its year of issue. The composition of the coin is Copper-Nickel, which is typical for Nickels produced during this period. With a diameter of 21.2 mm and a weight of 5 grams, this Nickel features a unique combination of both historical and economic significance. It is categorized as a coin, and although the width and height measures are listed as 0, the primary physical dimensions relate to its standard round shape defined by its diameter. The Mint Mark “D” identifies that it was struck at the Denver Mint. This particular year, 1953, is part of the long-running Jefferson Nickel series, which has been popular among collectors for its design and transitional features through various decades. Overall, the 1953 Denver Jefferson Nickel is an essential piece for collectors and those interested in American currency history, symbolizing mid-20th-century America through its design and materials.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.05 |
| diameter | 21.2 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper-Nickel |
| mint-mark | D |
| mintage | 59878600 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1953 |