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Jefferson Nickels are a series of five-cent coins produced by the United States Mint, first issued in 1938. The 2006 Philadelphia minted Jefferson Nickel features a portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and Monticello, his Virginia home, on the reverse. The coin is composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, following the typical composition for nickels, and the Philadelphia mint mark is often absent on this series. Collectors often seek out specific years and mint marks, with certain varieties potentially offering higher value due to demand and rarity.
