5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Semiquincentennial)
United States · 2026 · Base Metal
Specifications
| Years | 2026 |
| Denomination | 5 Cents |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Gross weight | 5 g |
| Fineness | 75.0% base metal |
| Diameter | 21.21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
| Edge | Plain |
| Shape | Round |
| Designer | Donna Weaver, Jamie Franki, Felix Schlag |
| Series | Semiquincentennial Coin and Medal Program |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coins |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
Design
Obverse
The portrait of Thomas Jefferson, the 3rd President of the United States from 1801 to 1809, according to the first Rembrandt Peale life study of Jefferson done in 1800, facing the viewer accompanied with the word "Liberty" presented in Jefferson's handwriting, surrounded with the motto: "IN GOD WE TRUST"
Reverse
A representation of Monticello, President Thomas Jefferson's Virginia home, accompanied with the legend "MONTICELLO" and surrounded with the face value in full, the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and the lettering "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA"
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% 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" (Semiquincentennial) made of silver or gold?
No — the 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Semiquincentennial) is copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% 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" (Semiquincentennial) minted?
The 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Semiquincentennial) was issued 2026.
Who designed the 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Semiquincentennial)?
The 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Semiquincentennial) was designed by Donna Weaver, Jamie Franki, Felix Schlag.
How big is a 5 Cents "Jefferson Nickel" (Semiquincentennial)?
It weighs 5 g and measures 21.21 mm across and 1.95 mm thick (copper-nickel (75% copper, 25% nickel)).
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