A Jefferson Nickel : The idea that a Jefferson nickel could carry a value of $3.2 million sounds like something out of a collector’s fantasy, yet certain rare varieties may come close. Reports center on an extraordinarily rare 1942-S Jefferson nickel—minted in a pre-war alloy—whose scarcity, condition, and historical significance have sparked speculation about such … Read more
Jefferson Nickel : It was a regular day, nothing unusual—just a routine stop at a gas station to fill up the tank. As I paid in cash and received my change, a handful of coins landed in my palm. Among them was a Jefferson nickel. At first glance, it looked like any other, worn from … Read more
War-Era Jefferson Nickel : When people think of valuable coins, they often imagine shimmering gold pieces or century-old silver dollars. But one of the most surprising treasures in American numismatics comes from an unassuming coin minted during one of the nation’s most turbulent periods: the Jefferson nickel from the World War II era. Among these … Read more