1955 Proof Jefferson Nickel NGC PF68

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1955 Proof Jefferson Nickel NGC PF68

Collect this stunning Proof Jefferson nickel from NGC!

Jefferson Nickel NGC PF68

Certified by NGC in PF68, this 1955 Jefferson nickel was struck at the Philadelphia Mint.

REVERSE: Depicts Jefferson's Virginia home, Monticello. E PLURIBUS UNUM, MONTICELLO, FIVE CENTS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, are inscribed.

OBVERSE: Features a left-facing Thomas Jefferson with the inscription IN GOD WE TRUST, LIBERTY, and 1955.

Proof Jefferson Nickels

The Jefferson Nickel debuted in 1938, replacing the Buffalo Nickel. Proof Jefferson Nickels were issued from 1938 through 1942, paused during World War II, and resumed in 1950. Since 1968, Proof nickels have been struck at the San Francisco Mint and carry the “S” mintmark. Prior to 1968, the five-cent denomination were issued by Philadelphia.

Collectors gravitate to issues with low mintages, strong eye appeal, and distinctive finishes. Early Proofs (1938–1942) are prized for their scarcity and classic brilliance. Postwar Proofs from the 1950s and early 1960s offer accessible entry points with attractive quality. From 1968 forward, San Francisco “S” Proofs dominate, and cameo designations play a major role in determining premiums for Proof Jefferson Nickels.