The coin in question is a 1970 Jefferson Nickel, a denomination of five cents from the United States. Minted in San Francisco, it bears the 'S' mint mark, which designates its origin. This Nickel is part of the larger Jefferson Nickels series, which was first introduced in 1938 to honor Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States. Made from a copper-nickel alloy, this coin has a diameter of 21.2 mm and a standard weight of 5 grams. With a mintage of 238,832,004, the 1970 Jefferson Nickel is relatively common and easily found in circulation. However, the exact grade and condition of individual coins can affect their market value. The coin features the iconic profile of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello, Jefferson's Virginia estate, on the reverse. This particular piece is a mint strike, indicating it was produced at the mint rather than being struck for circulation after being sold to collectors. Generally, Jefferson Nickels from this era are considered collectible, especially in higher grades or unique conditions, making them a popular choice among numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.05 |
| diameter | 21.2 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper-Nickel |
| mint-mark | S |
| mintage | 238832004 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1970 |