Jefferson Nickel

This item is a United States five-cent coin, commonly known as a Jefferson Nickel. The obverse side features a left-facing profile portrait of Thomas Jefferson, originally designed by Felix Schlag. The coin appears to be made of a standard cupro-nickel composition (75% copper, 25% nickel). Based on the profile style, it is likely a specimen minted between 1938 and 2004, prior to the 'Westward Journey' redesigns. The coin is circular with a smooth edge and a diameter of approximately 21.21 mm. The visible condition shows significant wear and circulation marks. There is a notable red or pinkish stain or mark across the upper portion of Jefferson's head, which appears to be post-mint damage (possibly ink, paint, or a chemical reaction) rather than a mint error. The surface exhibits several small scuffs, surface scratches, and a dulling of the original mint luster, consistent with a coin that has seen extensive time in circulation. The high points of the portrait, such as the hair and cheekbones, show flattening. No specific date or mint mark is clearly legible due to the image resolution and surface wear, but the overall strike quality appears standard for a business-strike utility coin. The coin is resting on a textured, off-white fabric surface, possibly a knitted or woven material, which provides a sense of scale.

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