Jefferson Nickel : It was a coin that seemed to have lived a hard life. Its edges were darkened, as if touched by flame, its surface was warped, and the familiar features of Thomas Jefferson were nearly smoothed away. To most, it would be an afterthought, destined for a parking lot meter or the bottom … Read more
Jefferson Nickel : In the quiet realm of coin collecting, where value is often measured in mint marks and metallurgy, a humble piece of currency has emerged to tell a profoundly human story. It serves as a poignant reminder that history is not only written in textbooks but can also be etched, quite literally, into … Read more
Rare Jefferson Nickel Coins : For over eight decades, the Jefferson nickel has been a familiar piece of everyday American life. First minted in 1938, this coin bearing the portrait of Thomas Jefferson and a rendering of his Monticello home is so common that most pass through our hands without a second glance. Yet, within … Read more