The 1974 5-cent coin, commonly known as the nickel, is part of the United States Numismatic catalog and features Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. A standard roll of nickels contains 40 coins, totaling $2.00. The 1974 nickel is composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, with a diameter of 21.21 mm and a weight of 5 grams. Collectors often seek specific mint marks, such as those from Philadelphia, Denver, or San Francisco, which can affect the coin's value and desirability in the numismatic market.
Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1974 5c Roll 40 Coins | 5c Roll | Nickels | 1974 | Philadelphia |
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1974-D 5c Roll 40 Coins | 5c Roll | Nickels | 1974 | Denver |
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1974-S 5c Roll 40 Coins | 5c Roll | Nickels | 1974 | San Francisco |