1942-D Jefferson Nickel – PCGS Genuine G Details (Scratch) – Early WWII Era Issue

Add a historic early World War II-era coin to your collection with this 1942-D Jefferson Nickel, certified by PCGS as Genuine G Details. Struck at the Denver Mint, this coin comes from a transitional year in U.S. coinage, just before the introduction of the famous silver “War Nickels.”

The 1942 issue holds special significance, as it represents the final year before the U.S. Mint shifted to a silver alloy composition later in the year to conserve nickel for the war effort. This makes early 1942 nickels like this one an important part of the story leading into wartime coinage changes.

Graded Good Details (G), this coin shows heavy circulation wear, consistent with its time in use during the early 1940s. Major design elements remain visible, though worn, and PCGS has noted a scratch on the surface. Despite this, the coin remains a genuine and collectible example from a pivotal period in U.S. history.

Jefferson nickels from the early 1940s are widely collected due to their connection to World War II and their role in the transition to wartime coinage. This certified piece offers an affordable entry into the series with solid historical significance.

Key Details:

• Year: 1942-D
• Denomination: 5 Cents (Jefferson Nickel)
• Mintmark: “D” (Denver Mint)
• Composition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel (pre-war composition)
• Grade: PCGS Genuine – G Details (95 – Scratch)
• Certification: Authenticated and encapsulated by PCGS
• Historical Significance: Transitional year just before WWII silver “War Nickels”
• Design: Thomas Jefferson (obverse), Monticello (reverse)
• Condition: Heavy wear with scratch noted by PCGS
• Rarity & Collectibility:
  • Early WWII-era issue with historical importance
  • Transitional pre-silver nickel composition
  • Certified for authenticity and collector confidence
  • Affordable example for date-and-mint set collectors