– Jefferson Nickel (1938 to Date)

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The Jefferson Nickel, minted from 1938 to the present day, is one of the most enduring and widely circulated coin series in United States history.

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Designed by Felix Schlag, a German-born artist, the Jefferson Nickel replaced the beloved Buffalo Nickel and introduced a modern and iconic design featuring one of America's most revered founding fathers.

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The obverse of the Jefferson Nickel features a left-facing profile of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States and the principal author of the Declaration of Independence.

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Jefferson's profile is accompanied by the inscription "IN GOD WE TRUST" to the right and the motto "LIBERTY" to the left.

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The reverse of the coin features Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's historic plantation home in Virginia, set against a backdrop of trees and foliage. Below Monticello is the denomination "FIVE CENTS," while above is the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM."

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During its production, the Jefferson Nickel has undergone several modifications, including changes in the placement of the mintmark and adjustments to the design elements to improve striking quality.

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Collecting Strategies: Collectors may pursue various strategies when acquiring the 1885-CC Morgan Dollar. Some aim to assemble a complete set of Morgan Dollars, including all mint marks and major varieties.

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