The 1962 Denver nickel is one of the five-cent coins produced by the United States Mint during that year. It features the image of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. Collected in rolls, the 5-cent coin, commonly referred to as the nickel, is popular among numismatists. The Denver mint mark indicates that this particular coin was struck in Denver, Colorado, contributing to its collectible value and interest among enthusiasts.