1954-S Jefferson Nickel Avg Circ
Numismatic
1954-S Jefferson Nickel Avg Circ
This mid-century five-cent piece from 1954 offers a tangible look at classic United States coinage. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, the coin carries the 'S' mint mark, indicating its West Coast origins during a bustling era of American manufacturing. The obverse displays a profile portrait of Thomas Jefferson, the nation's third president, facing left. This side is inscribed with the familiar national motto, 'IN GOD WE TRUST', alongside the word 'LIBERTY' and the 1954 date. On the reverse, the design showcases Monticello, Jefferson's historic Virginia estate. The home is depicted in detailed neoclassical architecture. Surrounding this central image are the traditional inscriptions 'E PLURIBUS UNUM', 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'FIVE CENTS', and 'MONTICELLO', completing a design that has graced American pockets for generations.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1954 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Average Circulated |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Cents |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
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