This coin is a 1976 Jefferson Nickel, minted in Denver (denoted by the 'D' mint mark). It is part of the United States currency, specifically belonging to the series of Jefferson Nickels. This nickel has a denomination of 5 cents and measures 21.2 millimeters in diameter. Weighing 5 grams, the coin is made from a copper-nickel composition, typically featuring the iconic portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello, Jefferson's famous estate, on the reverse. The total mintage for this particular year and mint is a substantial 563,964,147 coins, reflecting its commonality and widespread circulation. Despite its high production numbers, the 1976 Jefferson Nickel remains a notable piece for collectors, particularly those interested in U.S. coinage. Its attributes place it firmly within the realm of collectible coins, even if its value might generally be around its face value unless it is in uncirculated or specialized conditions.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.05 |
| diameter | 21.2 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper-Nickel |
| mint-mark | D |
| mintage | 563964147 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 1976 |