{"product_id":"1938-jefferson-nickel-pcgs-xf45-first-year-of-issue","title":"1938 Jefferson Nickel – PCGS XF45 – First Year of Issue","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"438\"\u003eOwn the beginning of a historic U.S. coin series with this 1938 Jefferson Nickel, certified XF45 by PCGS. As the first year of issue for the Jefferson nickel series, this coin holds special significance and is a must-have for collectors building a complete set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eIntroduced to replace the Buffalo Nickel, the Jefferson design marked a new era in American coinage, featuring a portrait of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his Monticello estate on the reverse. The 1938 issue represents the foundation of a series that continues to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eGraded Extremely Fine 45 (XF45), this coin displays light wear with strong detail remaining throughout. Jefferson’s portrait is sharp, and the Monticello building shows clear architectural features. The coin offers excellent eye appeal for its grade, especially for an early-year example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eFirst-year issue coins are always in demand, and the 1938 Jefferson Nickel is no exception. With its historical importance, strong detail, and PCGS certification, this piece is an excellent addition to any U.S. coin collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8ef2h5\" data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1whq0im\" data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1938\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tt0j9u\" data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 Cents (Jefferson Nickel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11nt7su\" data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75% Copper, 25% Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1km6mqg\" data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e PCGS XF45 (Extremely Fine 45)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ygq0ur\" data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authenticated and encapsulated by PCGS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x87ug8\" data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas Jefferson (obverse), Monticello (reverse)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e7r9cm\" data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light wear with strong, sharp detail remaining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yclk3n\" data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e First year of the Jefferson nickel series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hmnkw7\" data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Collectibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k97fac\" data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eFirst-year issue highly sought after\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d1cx2m\" data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eEarly series coin with strong collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5ljofa\" data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003eCertified higher-grade example\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vumcfi\" data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eIdeal for type sets and full Jefferson nickel collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Coin Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47507426541731,"sku":"1223787","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0095\/7603\/files\/1938-Jefferson-Nickel-PCGS-XF45-First-Year-of-Issue-Heritage-Pastime-261.jpg?v=1776707172","url":"https:\/\/coinhubstore.com\/products\/1938-jefferson-nickel-pcgs-xf45-first-year-of-issue","provider":"Heritage Pastime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}