coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) \ Jefferson Nickels \ 2002 \ Denver
Collectible coins encompass a variety of types, including specific denominations, historical significance, and minting locations. The United States five-cent nickel, also known as the Jefferson Nickel, was first issued in 1938 and features a portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. The 2002 Denver mint edition of the Jefferson Nickel is part of the ongoing series that celebrates American heritage. Collectors often seek variations such as the Half Dime, a silver coin that was in circulation before the nickel was introduced, highlighting the evolution of U.S. coinage.
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2002-D (Denver) Jefferson Nickels | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Jefferson Nickels | 2002 | Denver |