This collectible display features U.S. Wartime Silver Jefferson Nickels dated 1942-1945, presented alongside an illustration of the historic flag raising at Iwo Jima. Issued during World War II, these special Jefferson nickels were struck with a silver alloy as nickel became an important material for the American war effort.
Set Highlights:
- Features genuine U.S. Wartime Silver Jefferson Nickels from 1942-1945.
- Wartime nickels are composed of 35% Silver, 56% Copper and 9% Manganese.
- Each wartime nickel contains approximately 0.0563 troy oz of Silver.
- Coins were issued during the United States’ involvement in World War II.
- Features an illustration commemorating the famous American flag raising at Iwo Jima.
- Wartime silver nickels can be identified by their large mint mark above Monticello on the reverse.
- Mint marks found on the series include P (Philadelphia), D (Denver) and S (San Francisco).
- The 1942-P Jefferson Nickel marked the first use of the “P” mint mark on a United States coin.
- Obverse: Features a portrait of Thomas Jefferson, designed by Felix Schlag.
- Reverse: Depicts Monticello, Jefferson’s Virginia home, with the prominent wartime mint mark positioned above the building.
- Coins are circulated and may exhibit varying degrees of wear, toning, marks or other signs of previous circulation.
The wartime Jefferson nickel is one of the most recognizable U.S. coinage changes made during World War II. Its 35% silver composition and prominent mint marks distinguish these issues from standard Jefferson nickels.
Combined with the illustration of the historic flag raising at Iwo Jima, this display brings together genuine wartime U.S. coinage and imagery from one of the defining events of the Second World War.
