1 years ago
1
1
Key Fact
Historical significance
The Jefferson Nickel, introduced in 1938, was designed to honor Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States and author of the Declaration of Independence. The reverse features Jefferson's plantation home, Monticello, signifying his legacy.
Composition change
Initially composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, the coin's composition was altered during World War II to conserve metals. The 1964 version returned to the original metal content.
Collectibility
Due to its long history and variations in mint marks, the 1964 Jefferson Nickel is often sought after by collectors, particularly in uncirculated conditions.
Value Fact
The value of the 1964 Jefferson Nickel can range significantly based on its condition, mint mark, and demand in the collector's market. Well-preserved examples can fetch a premium price, especially if graded by a reputable grading service.

In the galleries
Item Details
Official Details
Variation Details
garcianini310 Details
Collectibles.com is operated by Collectbase Inc., a Delaware corporation. Collectible valuations, price estimates, and AI-assisted identifications are provided for informational and reference purposes only and do not constitute professional appraisals, financial advice, or guarantees of market value. Trademarks, card images, and intellectual property belonging to third-party rights holders are displayed solely for identification, valuation reference, and collection management purposes; Collectbase Inc. is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any such rights holders. User-generated content reflects the views of individual community members and not those of Collectbase Inc. This platform may earn affiliate commissions on qualifying purchases made through third-party links. The platform is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, and Collectbase Inc. shall not be liable for any damages arising from use of this platform or reliance on its content. For full details governing your use of this platform and our privacy practices, see our Terms of Service and PrivacyPolicy.
© 2026 Collectbase Inc. All rights reserved.
This site and associated apps contain copyrighted material including card images, trademarks, and text belonging to The Pokémon Company International, Nintendo, GAME FREAK inc., Wizards of the Coast, Major League Baseball Properties, Inc., NBA Properties, Inc., NFL Properties LLC, NHL Enterprises, L.P., Topps, Panini America, Inc., Upper Deck, and all other respective rights holders. Such material is displayed solely for the purposes of identification, pricing reference, collection management, and to facilitate the buying, selling, and trading of physical collectibles by collectors. Collectbase Inc. is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of the foregoing entities, and no challenge to their intellectual property rights or ownership is intended or implied.