1990-S Jefferson Nickel Gem Proof
Numismatic
1990-S Jefferson Nickel Gem Proof
The 1990-S Jefferson Nickel stands as a beautiful example of modern United States coinage, minted in the proof format at the San Francisco Mint. This particular issue is noted for its exceptional Gem Proof quality, which highlights the sharp contrast and mirror-like finishes characteristic of specialized proof manufacturing methods. On the obverse, a classic portrait of Thomas Jefferson faces left. Accompanying his likeness are the traditional American mottos "IN GOD WE TRUST" and "LIBERTY", alongside the 1990 date and the "S" mint mark, indicating its origin in San Francisco. The design is the work of Felix O. Schlag. The reverse of the five-cent piece features a detailed depiction of Monticello, the historic Virginia estate of Thomas Jefferson. Above the home, the Latin phrase "E PLURIBUS UNUM" is inscribed, while the words "FIVE CENTS" and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" flank the central image, anchoring the coin's denomination and national identity.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1990 |
| 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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