2008 (P) Jefferson Nickel
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Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$70 MS67 11-27-2021 eBay
Description
Produced at the Philadelphia Mint, the 2008 (P) Jefferson Nickel is part of the Jefferson Nickels Return to Monticello 2006 to Date series. The U.S. Mint produced 279.8 million examples, making this the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. 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. Coined at the Philadelphia facility, the nation's original mint that has operated continuously since its 1792 founding. Estimated market value ranges from $0 to $1 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #394914.
External References
Error Varieties(8)
2008 Doubled Die Reverse DDR-001
2008 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-001
2008 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-002
2008 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-003
2008 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-004
2008 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-005
2008 Doubled Die Reverse WDDR-006
2008 VDDR VDDR-002
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