The 1942 Jefferson Nickel is a notable collectible coin from the United States, produced during World War II when nickel was in high demand for military uses. This coin features a depiction of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. The 1942 issue is particularly interesting due to the existence of both the regular nickel and the war nickel, which contains 35% silver. Collectors often seek out well-preserved examples and those with specific mint marks, such as those from Philadelphia, Denver, or San Francisco, to enhance their collections.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1942 5c Type 1 5c Jefferson Nickels 1942 Philadelphia
1942-D 5c 5c Jefferson Nickels 1942 Denver
1942-S 5c Silver 5c Jefferson Nickels 1942 San Francisco