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Jefferson Nickels are a series of five-cent coins featuring Thomas Jefferson, first issued in 1938. The 1981 Jefferson Nickel produced at the Denver Mint is part of this series, distinguished by its "D" mintmark. The coin's obverse showcases a portrait of Jefferson, while the reverse depicts Monticello, Jefferson's Virginia estate. Collectors value these coins for their historical significance and variations, including different mintmarks and key dates.