The 1966 Jefferson Nickel is a five-cent coin that features a portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. It is part of the Jefferson Nickel series, which was first issued in 1938. The coin is composed of a cupronickel alloy, containing 75% copper and 25% nickel. While the 1966 Jefferson Nickel does not have significant rarity, it is still collected for its historical value and as part of complete year sets or Jefferson Nickel collections. The coin can be found in circulation today, but uncirculated or specialty examples may hold higher numismatic value.

Item Denomination Series Year Mint
1966 5c 5c Jefferson Nickels 1966 Philadelphia
1966 5c Special Mint Set 5c Jefferson Nickels 1966 San Francisco