coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5c \ Jefferson Nickels \ 1959
The 1959 Jefferson Nickel is a collectible coin from the United States, notable for marking the beginning of the coin's design changes that would take place during the series' lifetime. This nickel features a depiction of President Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello, his Virginia home, on the reverse. Collectors often seek out the 1959 Jefferson Nickel for its historical significance and potential variations, including any mint mark distinctions, such as those produced at the Philadelphia, Denver, or San Francisco mints. The condition of the coin, graded by established standards, significantly influences its market value among numismatists.
