Whitman Expo
1994-P Satin Finish 5 Cents SMS FS
Details
The FS denotes that the striking detail on the steps of the Jefferson memorial building are clearly defined. Struck with a special finish and issued in uncirculated mint sets.
Obverse: 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. The designer's initials of FS were added below the bust.
Reverse: 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.
Basic Information
GSID:
3602
Coin Date:
1994-P
Denomination:
5c / 5 Cents
Designation:
SMS
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
167,703
Coinage Type:
Jefferson nickel
Coinage Years:
1938-
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
Mint Mark:
P
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
Satin Finish
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
5 gr
Weight:
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
21.2 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
