1964 United States Jefferson Nickel

A 1964 United States five-cent piece, commonly known as a Jefferson Nickel. This specific coin features the obverse profile of Thomas Jefferson facing left, designed by Felix Schlag. The date '1964' is clearly struck on the lower right edge, following the word 'LIBERTY'. The phrase 'IN GOD WE TRUST' is visible along the left rim. Composed of a cupro-nickel alloy (75% copper, 25% nickel), the coin exhibits a dull silver-grey metallic luster characteristic of circulated base metal currency. The physical diameter is standard at approximately 21.21 mm with a thickness of 1.95 mm. Regarding its condition, the coin shows significant signs of extensive circulation. There is heavy surface wear on the high points of Jefferson's hair and cheekbone, suggesting a grade in the 'Good' to 'Very Good' range. Numerous small contact marks, scratches, and a buildup of dark grime or oxidation are visible across the fields and on the portrait itself. No mint mark is visible on the obverse (which is standard for this era as mint marks were located on the reverse until 1966, except for war nickels). The year 1964 is notable for having the highest mintage in the history of the series, totaling over 2.8 billion coins between the Philadelphia and Denver mints, making it extremely common in all but the highest uncirculated grades.

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