2018-D Jefferson Nickel
This is a United States five-cent coin, commonly known as a Jefferson Nickel. The coin features the modern 'facing forward' portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse, a design introduced in 2006. It is composed of a cupro-nickel alloy (75% copper, 25% nickel), exhibiting a bright silver-metallic color. The obverse is inscribed with 'IN GOD WE TRUST' along the right rim, the word 'Liberty' in script based on Jefferson's handwriting, and the year '2018' located at the bottom right. Directly below the date is a 'D' mint mark, indicating the coin was struck at the Denver Mint. The coin has a diameter of 21.21 mm and a smooth (plain) edge. Regarding condition, the specimen shows signs of moderate circulation, including small impact marks, surface scratches, and minor dulling of the original mint luster. The strike quality appears standard for business strikes of this era, with clear legibility in the inscriptions. No significant errors or rare varieties are immediately visible. Overall, it is a common contemporary circulation coin in average condition.
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Estimated Value
$0.05
Basic Information
Category
Numismatics / Currency
Appraised On
March 27, 2026
Estimated Value
$0.05
Item Description
This is a United States five-cent coin, commonly known as a Jefferson Nickel. The coin features the modern 'facing forward' portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse, a design introduced in 2006. It is composed of a cupro-nickel alloy (75% copper, 25% nickel), exhibiting a bright silver-metallic color. The obverse is inscribed with 'IN GOD WE TRUST' along the right rim, the word 'Liberty' in script based on Jefferson's handwriting, and the year '2018' located at the bottom right. Directly below the date is a 'D' mint mark, indicating the coin was struck at the Denver Mint. The coin has a diameter of 21.21 mm and a smooth (plain) edge. Regarding condition, the specimen shows signs of moderate circulation, including small impact marks, surface scratches, and minor dulling of the original mint luster. The strike quality appears standard for business strikes of this era, with clear legibility in the inscriptions. No significant errors or rare varieties are immediately visible. Overall, it is a common contemporary circulation coin in average condition.
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