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The 1973 Denver Jefferson Nickel, produced by the United States Mint, is part of the series that began in 1938, featuring a portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello on the reverse. The nickel has a composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel, and it weighs 5 grams. In terms of collectibility, condition, mint mark, and population are significant factors influencing its value, with higher grade specimens typically commanding a premium in the coin collecting market.