1962 Proof Jefferson Nickel

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The 1962 Proof Jefferson Nickel is a proof nickel struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Jefferson Nickels Original Design 1938-2003 series. The Philadelphia Mint struck 3,218,019 proof nickels dated 1962. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing left and the reverse displays Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's Virginia estate. Minted during the post-war economic boom, the final era of silver circulating coinage in the United States before the Coinage Act of 1965. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint. Estimated market value is approximately $4. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #4194.