Let's embark on a journey to uncover nine uncommon nickels that might just be hiding in your pocket change.
During World War II, nickel was in high demand for the war effort, leading the U.S. Mint to adjust the composition of the nickel to conserve this valuable metal.
These war nickels contain 35% silver, making them easily distinguishable from regular nickels.
Look for the large mint mark above Monticello on the reverse side to identify these pieces of history. –
In 1950, the Denver Mint produced Jefferson nickels with both large and small "D" mint marks.
The small "D" variety is rarer and highly sought after by collectors. Keep an eye out for this subtle but significant variation.
These coins are scarce and command attention from collectors due to their historical and numismatic significance.