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Two varieties exist, the Reverse of 1938, comprising slightly over half of the production. The luster is very good, and 5 and 6 Full Steps coins can be found, but, of course, the steps, while complete, are not sharp. The rest are with the Reverse of 1940, which should be sharp, but in this case are often unsatisfactory. The luster is frequently sub-par and details are lacking on the steps. The FS denotes that the striking detail on the steps of the Jefferson memorial building are clearly defined.
Obverse Description
Felix Schlag's portrait of Jefferson, facing left, with the motto IN GOD WE TRUST on the left periphery, and LIBERTY * [year] on the right side.
Reverse Description
The Jefferson home is prominently centered with the name MONTICELLO captioned below. The denomination FIVE CENTS is spelled out in half circle underneath and the words E PLURIBUS UNUM and UNITED STATES OF AMERICA appear at the top and bottom periphery. The mintmark is positioned on the right side of Monticello.
Source: Q.David Bowers
Catalog Information
GSID:
3223
Designer:
Felix Schlag
Obverse Designer:
Felix Schlag
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, IN GOD WE TRUST, 1939
Reverse Designer:
Felix Schlag
Reverse Lettering:
MONTICELLO, FIVE CENTS, E PLURIBUS UNUM, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Weight (gr):
5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Reverse of 1938
Coin Date:
1939-S
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
San Francisco
Mint Mark:
S
Mintage:
6,630,000
Coinage Type:
Jefferson nickel
Coinage Years:
1938-
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
84006
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1939-S 5c Reverse of 1938 MS FS
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Jefferson Nickel 5c Memorial Reverse, 1938-2003 MS [Type]
![Jefferson Nickel 5c Memorial Reverse, 1938-2003 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/20260623/cac_107669298_107669298-3.webp?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $6
Jefferson Nickel 5c Silver War Issues, 1942-1945 MS [Type]
![Jefferson Nickel 5c Silver War Issues, 1942-1945 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20200727/ha_com_1277_3476-2.20200727141206423.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $4 – $60
Jefferson Nickel 5c Westward Journey, 2004-2005 MS [Type]
Worth: $0 – $12
Jefferson Nickel 5c Westward Journey, Satin Finish, 2005 MS [Type]
Worth: $0 – $75
Jefferson Nickel 5c Modified Portrait, 2006- MS [Type]
![Jefferson Nickel 5c Modified Portrait, 2006- MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/CtcDev/Catalog/20250522/df0311f8-ec9e-4ef4-af5f-c292ac750ff0.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $0 – $275
Jefferson Nickel 5c Modified Portrait, Satin Finish, 2006- MS [Type]
Worth: $2 – $150
1938 5c MS
Worth: $0 – $150
1938 5c MS FS
Worth: $40 – $2,500
1938-D 5c Jefferson MS
Worth: $1 – $1,400
1938-D 5c Jefferson MS FS
Worth: $15 – $2,600
1938-S 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $2,000
1938-S 5c MS FS
Worth: $80 – $800
1939 5c Reverse of 1938 MS
Worth: $1 – $1,500
1939 5c Reverse of 1938 MS FS
Worth: $85 – $1,200
1939 5c Reverse of 1940 MS
Worth: $1 – $800
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS67 Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population: (7/0 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (10/0 and 3/0+). CDN: $2,000 W...
$2,040
1939-S Jefferson Nickel. Reverse of 1938. MS-66 5FS (NGC).
$192
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1940 MS65 Full Steps NGC. NGC Census: (5/5). PCGS Population: (63/45). CDN: $165 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PC...
$168
1939-S Jefferson Nickel. Reverse of 1938. MS-64 FS (PCGS).
$78
1939-S Jefferson Nickel. Reverse of 1938. MS-67 5FS (NGC).
$660
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS66+ Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population: (43/6). NGC Census: (27/10). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC...
$576
1939-S Jefferson Nickel. MS-65 FS (PCGS).
$168
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS64 Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population: (38/104). NGC Census: (0/8). CDN: $85 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$162
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS67 Full Steps NGC. NGC Census: (10/0). PCGS Population: (6/0). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCG...
$1,320
5C 1939-S REVERSE OF 1938. PCGS MS66 FS
$499
1939-S 5C MS65 Full Steps PCGS. Ex: Omaha Bank Hoard. PCGS Population: (55/25). NGC Census: (2/0). CDN: $200 Whsle. Bid for...
$176
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS64 Full Steps PCGS. Ex: Omaha Bank Hoard. PCGS Population (32/60). NGC Census: (1/2). (#84006...
$109
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS67 Full Steps NGC. NGC Census: (9/0). PCGS Population: (5/0). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS...
$900
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS66+ Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population: (43/5 and 18/0+). NGC Census: (23/8 and 1/2+). CDN: $400 ...
$630
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS65 Full Steps PCGS. Ex: Omaha Bank Hoard. PCGS Population: (55/25). NGC Census: (2/0). CDN: $20...
$188
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS64 Full Steps PCGS. Ex:Omaha Bank Hoard. PCGS Population (32/60). NGC Census: (0/4). (#84006)...
$115
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS67 Full Steps NGC. NGC Census: (1/0). PCGS Population: (3/0). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS...
$780
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS66+ Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population: (43/5 and 16/0+). NGC Census: (22/8 and 1/2+). CDN: $400 ...
$840
1939-S Jefferson Nickel. Reverse of 1938. MS-65 FS (PCGS).
$53
1939-S 5C Reverse of 1938 MS64 Full Steps PCGS. PCGS Population (32/59). NGC Census: (0/2). (#84006)...
$276
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