1972-S Jefferson Nickel Gem Proof
Numismatic
1972-S Jefferson Nickel Gem Proof
The 1972-S Jefferson Nickel stands as a brilliant example of modern United States coinage, produced specifically at the San Francisco Mint. As a Gem Proof issue, this five-cent piece was struck using polished dies and specially prepared planchets, resulting in a highly reflective surface that highlights the sharp details of the classic mid-twentieth-century design. On the obverse, a profile portrait of Thomas Jefferson faces left, accompanied by the traditional American mottos of trust and liberty alongside the 1972 date. The reverse side depicts Monticello, Jefferson's historic Virginia estate, rendered in precise architectural detail. This side also bears the national motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and states the coin's denomination and country of origin.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1972 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Gem Proof |
| 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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