1955-D Jefferson Nickel BU
Numismatic
1955-D Jefferson Nickel BU
The 1955 Jefferson nickel struck at the Denver Mint offers a brilliant look at one of the most enduring designs in United States coinage. This five cent piece features a sharp, uncirculated profile of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse, accompanied by the classic national mottoes. The crispness of the strike highlights the fine details of the portrait, preserving the coin just as it looked when it left the coining press in Colorado. On the reverse, the design showcases Monticello, the famous Virginia estate of Thomas Jefferson. The building is depicted with clean architectural lines, surrounded by the inscriptions denoting the denomination and the country of origin. Designed by Felix O. Schlag, this mid-century issue represents a classic era of American circulating currency, capturing a historic home and a founding father in remarkable detail.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1955 |
| Mint mark | D - Denver |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| 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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