1949 Jefferson Nickel

This is a United States five-cent piece, commonly known as a Jefferson Nickel, dated 1949. The coin features the left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse, designed by Felix Schlag. Physically, the coin is composed of a cupro-nickel alloy (75% copper, 25% nickel), exhibiting a dull silvery-grey metallic luster typical of circulated coinage from the mid-20th century. Notable markings include the inscriptions 'IN GOD WE TRUST' along the left rim and 'LIBERTY' followed by the date '1949' along the right rim. The coin shows significant signs of wear consistent with long-term circulation. There is extensive flattening of the high points on Jefferson's hair, cheek, and shoulder. Numerous contact marks, fine scratches, and small dings are visible across the entire field and on the portrait itself. The rim appears softened but remains mostly intact. There is no visible mint mark on this side, though for this era, any mint marks (D for Denver or S for San Francisco) would be located on the reverse side to the right of Monticello. Overall, the piece displays a circulated patina with accumulated grime in the crevices of the lettering, indicative of an 'About Good' to 'Very Good' numismatic grade.

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