Description: 1943 USA 5 Cents nickel coin from the United States. This vintage coin features intricate details and historical significance, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection. The coin is in good condition and showcases the iconic design of the Jefferson nickel. Add this piece of American history to your collection today. 5 Cents "Jefferson Wartime Nickel" 1st portrait 5 Cents "Jefferson Wartime Nickel" (1st portrait) - obverse5 Cents "Jefferson Wartime Nickel" (1st portrait) - reverse © Heritage Auctions Features IssuerUnited States PeriodFederal republic (1776-date) TypeStandard circulation coin Years1942-1945 Value5 Cents (0.05 USD) CurrencyDollar (1785-date) CompositionBillon (.350 silver) (56% Copper, 35% Silver, 9% Manganese) Weight5 g Diameter21.2 mm Thickness1.95 mm ShapeRound TechniqueMilled OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓ NumberN#45Help ReferencesKM# 192a, Schön# 196a Obverse The portrait of Thomas Jefferson, the 3rd President of the United States from between 1801 to 1809, facing left surrounded with the lettering "LIBERTY" and the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" Script: Latin Lettering: IN GOD WE TRUST LIBERTY * 1943 FS Engraver: Felix Schlag Reverse A representation of Monticello, President Thomas Jefferson's Virginia home, accompanied by the legend "MONTICELLO" and surrounded with the face value in full, the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and the lettering "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA". Script: Latin Lettering: E PLURIBUS UNUM P MONTICELLO FIVE CENTS UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Translation: Out of Many, One p Monticello Five Cents United States of America Engraver: Felix Schlag Edge Smooth 5 Cents "Jefferson Wartime Nickel" (1st portrait) - obverse © Harryg (CC BY) Mints DUnited States Mint of Denver, United States (1906-date) PUnited States Mint of Philadelphia, United States (1792-date) SUnited States Mint of San Francisco, United States (1854-date) Comments The high demand for nickel during World War II resulted in the temporary change of the nickel (5 cent coin). There are many varieties for the 1943 P Double Die Obverse, including a 1943/1942 overdate. 1943P
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Denomination: Nickel
Country: United States