2006 Jefferson Nickel

About This Coin

The 2006 Jefferson Nickel is a United States nickel from the Jefferson Nickels Return to Monticello 2006 to Date series — the first year of the series. In 2006, coins were struck at the Denver, Philadelphia, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 1.5 billion. This ranks 14th of 18 years by total mintage, above the series median of 1.2 billion. The obverse features Thomas Jefferson facing forward in a three-quarter view, the first forward-facing portrait on a U.S. circulating coin and the reverse displays Monticello in a refined depiction. A modern issue from an era of rotating coin designs, collector-focused programs, and renewed interest in numismatic artistry. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Collectors have cataloged 8 known die varieties for this date across 4 categories, including atypical die clash, die chip, doubled die reverse and 1 other types. Produced 3 years before the celebrated 2009 key date. Across its variants, estimated values range from $0 to $5 depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $450 in MS67 grade at eBay. Designed by Jamie Franki/Felix Schlag.