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2011 Jefferson Nickel

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About This Coin

The 2011 Jefferson Nickel is a United States nickel from the Jefferson Nickels Return to Monticello 2006 to Date series. In 2011, the Philadelphia, Denver and San Francisco Mints struck about 992 million nickels; published proof or special-finish figures for the year differ slightly between sources. The obverse shows Jamie Franki's forward-facing portrait of Thomas Jefferson in a three-quarter view, introduced in 2006 as the first U.S. circulating coin portrait of a president facing forward, and the reverse shows Felix Schlag's Monticello, restored by John Mercanti. 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, 21.21 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Designed by Jamie Franki/Felix Schlag.

Value Estimates

$0.05 - $5.3

Values as of May 2026 across all of this coin's strike types, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.