The coin in question is a 2008 Jefferson Nickel minted in Denver, identifiable by its "D" mint mark. As part of the U.S. coinage system, this nickel has a denomination of five cents. It features a diameter of 21.2 millimeters and weighs 5 grams. Made from a copper-nickel alloy, the coin exhibits the classic design elements associated with the Jefferson Nickel series, which honors the third President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson. In terms of production, this nickel is classified as a mint strike, indicating it was produced from fresh dies and represents standard circulating coinage. The 2008 release saw an impressive mintage of 345,600,000 pieces, contributing to its relative abundance in the market. Overall, as a piece of numismatic history from the United States, this 2008 Denver Jefferson Nickel reflects both the craftsmanship of American coinage and the ongoing legacy of Thomas Jefferson, all while maintaining practical utility as currency.
| currency | USD |
| currency-amount | 0.05 |
| diameter | 21.2 |
| height | 0 |
| material | Copper-Nickel |
| mint-mark | D |
| mintage | 345600000 |
| type | Coins |
| weight | 5 |
| width | 0 |
| year-display | 2008 |