1983-P (Philadelphia) Jefferson Nickels

Coin / United States of America / 1983 / Philadelphia / Jefferson Nickels / 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime)

The coin in question is a 1983 Jefferson Nickel from the United States, specifically minted in Philadelphia. It belongs to a well-known series featuring the iconic image of Thomas Jefferson. This nickel is made from a Copper-Nickel alloy and has a standard weight of 5 grams and a diameter of 21.2 millimeters. This particular coin has a mintage of 561,615,000, indicating that it was produced in substantial quantities. As a denomination of 5 cents, it is commonly referred to as a nickel and is a staple in everyday transactions in the U.S. currency system. The Jefferson Nickel, which has been in production since 1938, features a portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse (front) side and an image of his home, Monticello, on the reverse (back) side. Coins from this series are generally circulated frequently, and as such, they tend to be quite common in circulation. Given its mintage and the fact that it is a standard issue coin, this particular 1983 Philadelphia Mint Jefferson Nickel would hold minimal value beyond its face value of 5 cents unless it is found in uncirculated or exceptional condition. Typical wear from circulation should be expected, but it remains an interesting piece of American numismatic history.