coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5c \ Jefferson Nickels \ 1968 \ Denver
The 1968 Jefferson Nickel, minted in Denver, is part of a series of 5-cent coins that feature Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. It is composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, a composition that has been standard for the Jefferson Nickel since its introduction in 1938. Collectors often seek this coin for its historical significance and variations in grading, with higher-grade specimens commanding a premium in the collectible market. The Denver mint mark, indicated by a "D," signifies that the coin was produced in Denver, Colorado, which is one of the primary mints in the United States.
