5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Westward Journey, Bison)
United States · 2005 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 2005 |
| Denomination | 5 Cents |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Gross weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 21.21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
| Edge | Plain |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Joe Fitzgerald, Don Everhart, Norman E. Nemeth, Jamie Franki |
| Series | Westward Journey |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
The portrait in right profile of Thomas Jefferson, the 3rd President of the United States from 1801 to 1809, accompanied with the word "Liberty" presented in Jefferson's own handwriting, is surrounded with the motto: "IN GOD WE TRUST"
Reverse
Over the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" an American bison, recognizing the native Americans and wildlife encountered by the Lewis and Clark expedition, is surrounded with the face value and the lettering "UNITED STATES of AMERICA"
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of copper-nickel and weighs 5 g. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. For copper-era cents, the metal itself can exceed face value — see the copper penny calculator and our copper penny guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Westward Journey, Bison) made of silver or gold?
No — the 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Westward Journey, Bison) is copper-nickel, so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.
What years was the 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Westward Journey, Bison) minted?
The 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Westward Journey, Bison) was issued 2005.
Who designed the 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Westward Journey, Bison)?
The 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Westward Journey, Bison) was designed by Joe Fitzgerald, Don Everhart, Norman E. Nemeth, Jamie Franki.
How big is a 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Westward Journey, Bison)?
It weighs 5 g and measures 21.21 mm across and 1.95 mm thick (copper-nickel).
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