The Jefferson Nickel is a five-cent coin minted in the United States from 1938 to the present. It features a profile of President Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello, his Virginia home, on the reverse. The coin is notable for its transition to a silver composition during World War II (1942-1945) due to metal shortages. Many collectors focus on specific years, such as 1938, which was the first year of issue, making it particularly sought after among numismatists. The coin's design has undergone minimal changes, maintaining its popularity in both circulation and collectible markets.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1938 5c 5c Jefferson Nickels 1938 Philadelphia
1938-D 5c Jefferson 5c Jefferson Nickels 1938 Denver
1938-S 5c 5c Jefferson Nickels 1938 San Francisco