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The Jefferson Nickel is a five-cent coin designed by Felix Schlag, first minted in 1938. It features a portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his home, Monticello, on the reverse. The 1948 Jefferson Nickel, minted in Philadelphia, is notable for being one of the first coins produced after World War II and is often collected for its historical significance and design. Collectors value these coins based on factors such as condition, mint mark, and overall rarity.