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Jefferson Nickels are a five-cent coin in the United States, first minted in 1938 to honor Thomas Jefferson. The 1946 Jefferson Nickel, produced at the Denver Mint, is notable for being one of the first issues after WWII, with a design featuring a portrait of Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. Collectors seek this coin for its historical significance and varying mintages, with high-grade examples often commanding premium prices in the numismatic market.