1954 Jefferson Nickel, P,D,S; Choose by Grade & Mint.
First struck in 1913, the Buffalo nickel had long been difficult to coin, and after it completed the 25-year term during which it could only be replaced by Congress, the Mint moved quickly to replace it with a new design. The Mint conducted a design competition, in early 1938, requiring that Jefferson be depicted on the obverse and Jefferson's house Monticello on the reverse. Schlag won the competition, but was required to submit an entirely new reverse and make other changes before the new piece went into production in October 1938. The name Monticello derives from Italian meaning "little mountain".
The Jefferson collections feature a variety of dates, conditions, and styles. To see more about the Jefferson Nickel, I would recommend visiting usmint.gov. They have a huge amount of verified and official information.
Thanks for stopping by and please message with any questions!
Best,
J
First struck in 1913, the Buffalo nickel had long been difficult to coin, and after it completed the 25-year term during which it could only be replaced by Congress, the Mint moved quickly to replace it with a new design. The Mint conducted a design competition, in early 1938, requiring that Jefferson be depicted on the obverse and Jefferson's house Monticello on the reverse. Schlag won the competition, but was required to submit an entirely new reverse and make other changes before the new piece went into production in October 1938. The name Monticello derives from Italian meaning "little mountain".
The Jefferson collections feature a variety of dates, conditions, and styles. To see more about the Jefferson Nickel, I would recommend visiting usmint.gov. They have a huge amount of verified and official information.
Thanks for stopping by and please message with any questions!
Best,
J