garcianini310

1 years ago

COINS

1946 Washington Quarter

Key Facts & Value

Key Fact

Historical significanceThe Jefferson Nickel was introduced in 1938 to honor the third president of the United States, Thomas Jefferson. It replaced the Buffalo Nickel and was designed by Felix Schlag.

Post-war coinageThe 1946 issue of the Jefferson Nickel was among the first coins minted after World War II, reflecting a period of economic recovery and change in the United States.

Artistic designFelix Schlag's design for the nickel features a detailed portrait of Jefferson on the obverse and a representation of his Virginia home, Monticello, on the reverse, showcasing American architectural heritage.

Value Fact

The value of the 1946 Jefferson Nickel can vary significantly based on its condition and whether it has been graded. Generally, circulated coins are relatively low in value, but uncirculated coins can fetch a higher price among collectors. The historical context of post-war America adds a layer of interest, making this coin a popular choice for numismatists.

Factors such as rarity, condition, and historical significance often amplify the value of collectible coins, with certain years and mint marks commanding a premium.

In the galleries

My collection

My top collection coins

Item Details

Official Details

CategoryCoins

Brand-

Character-

Length-

Width-

Weight5 grams

PersonThomas Jefferson

Coins TypeCirculating Coin

Denomination5 Cents

CurrencyUSD

Obverse DescriptionPortrait of Jefferson

Obverse CreatorFelix Schlag

Reverse DescriptionMonticello Building

Reverse CreatorFelix Schlag

Mint or Printing PressPhiladelphia

Diameter21.21 mm

Thickness1.95 mm

Production TypeCirculation

Edge TypePlain

Mintage-

Coins Topic/ThemeHistorical Figure

Country / EmpireUnited States

Start Year1938

End Year2003

Coin Product NameJefferson Nickel

Mint Mark-

Obverse ObjectsJefferson

Reverse ObjectsMonticello

ShapeRound

MaterialNickel, Copper

Design Variation-

Design Variation Details-

Year Displayed1946

Variation Details

Grading Company-

Grade-

Coins Error-

AlignmentMedal

garcianini310 Details

Certification Number-

Feed Your Passion.

Website

Discovery

Community

About Us

Collection Management

My collection

Add item

Favorites

Resources

Phone Number

Help Center

Access

Legal

Terms

Privacy

Collectibles.com is operated by Collectbase Inc., a Delaware corporation. Collectible valuations, price estimates, and AI-assisted identifications are provided for informational and reference purposes only and do not constitute professional appraisals, financial advice, or guarantees of market value. Trademarks, card images, and intellectual property belonging to third-party rights holders are displayed solely for identification, valuation reference, and collection management purposes; Collectbase Inc. is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any such rights holders. User-generated content reflects the views of individual community members and not those of Collectbase Inc. This platform may earn affiliate commissions on qualifying purchases made through third-party links. The platform is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, and Collectbase Inc. shall not be liable for any damages arising from use of this platform or reliance on its content. For full details governing your use of this platform and our privacy practices, see our Terms of Service and PrivacyPolicy.

This site and associated apps contain copyrighted material including card images, trademarks, and text belonging to The Pokémon Company International, Nintendo, GAME FREAK inc., Wizards of the Coast, Major League Baseball Properties, Inc., NBA Properties, Inc., NFL Properties LLC, NHL Enterprises, L.P., Topps, Panini America, Inc., Upper Deck, and all other respective rights holders. Such material is displayed solely for the purposes of identification, pricing reference, collection management, and to facilitate the buying, selling, and trading of physical collectibles by collectors. Collectbase Inc. is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of the foregoing entities, and no challenge to their intellectual property rights or ownership is intended or implied.