1979-D Jefferson Nickel BU
Numismatic
1979-D Jefferson Nickel BU
The 1979 Jefferson nickel represents a classic era of modern American pocket change, struck at the Denver Mint in brilliant uncirculated condition. This particular issue showcases the sharp details of a coin that never entered daily commerce, preserving the original intent of the design just as it looked when it left the coining press. On the obverse, the profile of Thomas Jefferson faces left, accompanied by the national mottoes of faith and freedom. The inscriptions read "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "LIBERTY", alongside the 1979 year of production and the "D" mint mark representing its Denver origin. The reverse of the coin features a detailed depiction of Monticello, the historic Virginia estate designed by Jefferson himself. The words "E PLURIBUS UNUM" sit above the building, while "FIVE CENTS" and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" frame the lower half of the design, celebrating both the third president and his architectural legacy.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1979 |
| 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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