coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) \ Jefferson Nickels \ 1947
Collectible coins in the United States encompass a variety of types, including the five-cent nickel, often associated with the Jefferson Nickel series, first issued in 1938. The Jefferson Nickel features an image of President Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello, his Virginia estate, on the reverse. The 1947 Jefferson Nickel is notable among collectors for its relatively low mintage, making high-quality examples particularly sought after. The coin is composed of a copper-nickel alloy and plays a significant role in both numismatic history and American culture.
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1947-D (Denver) Jefferson Nickels | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Jefferson Nickels | 1947 | Denver |
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1947-P (Philadelphia) Jefferson Nickels | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Jefferson Nickels | 1947 | Philadelphia |
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1947-S (San Francisco) Jefferson Nickels | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Jefferson Nickels | 1947 | San Francisco |