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Mintmarks
With the exception of a brief period in 1838 and 1839, all U.S. branch mint coins before 1909 displayed mintmarks of their place of manufacture on the reverse. Larger denominations of gold and silver coins were labeled with the Dahlonega, Charlotte, and New Orleans mintmarks on the obverse (just above the dates) in those two years. Carson City served as a U.S. branch mint from 1870 to 1893, producing coins with a "CC" mintmark.
In 1909, the introduction of the Lincoln head cent first saw the mintmarks moved to the obverse of American coinage. Between 1965 and 1967, American coins featured no mintmarks of any kind, in order to discourage the hoarding of coins. Mintmarks were moved to the obverse of the nickel, dime, quarter, and half dollar in 1968, and have appeared on the obverse of the dollar coin since its re-introduction in 1971.
On the nickel, the mintmark is currently located near the rim clockwise from the date. Dimes have their mintmarks above the date, while quarters have a mintmark to the right of Washington's bust. The half dollar has a mint mark just to the right of Kennedy's bust, and the Sacagawea dollar's mint mark is just below the date.
Philadelphia coins (produced at the site of the main U.S. mint) featured no mintmarks until 1942. Midway through the year, the composition of the nickel was changed and the mint mark relocated from the right edge of Monticello to the large space above its dome. For the first time, Philadelphia-struck coins bore a "P" mintmark, which continued through the end of 1945.
The "P" mintmark was discontinued after the war, only to reappear in 1979 on the Anthony dollar. By 1980, it had appeared on every other regular-issue coin except the cent, which still bears no "P" mintmark. The cents previously minted at San Francisco (except proofs) and West Point also bear no mintmark, as their facilities were used to supplement Philadelphia's production.
See the Related Link "Wikipedia: United States Mint" for more information.
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Are there any reports of a 1978 nickel with no mint mark?
Yes, there are instances of 1978 Jefferson nickels without a mint mark. This is due to a mint error where the nickel was struck without the mint mark. These error coins can sometimes be valuable to collectors.
Where is the mint mark on a 1939 US nickel?
On the back, to the right of the base of the building. No mint mark = Philadelphia D = Denver S = San Francisco
How do I know if a coin is a s or d on a 1939 nickel?
The mint mark on a 1939 Jefferson Nickel is located on the obverse (tails) side of the coin, just to the right of Monticello (the building) between the rim and the building. If there is no mark there then the coin was produced at the U.S. Mint facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
How much is a 1939 jefferson nickel?
If circulated condition its worth about 25 cents if ok quality. If it has a d mint mark about 4.00. If S mint mark about 2.00. If un circulated double all the prices
Was there a 1939-o Jefferson nickel?
The mint mark O indicates New Orleans, but that mint ceased production in 1909. Take another look at your coin. It's a D (for Denver), not O.
What if the nickel doesn't have a mint Initial under Five Cents?
If you mean a Buffalo Nickel with no mint mark, it was struck in Philadelphia. The P mint mark was used on nickels for the first time in 1980
Where is the mint mark on a 1978 Jefferson nickel?
The mint mark on a 1978 Jefferson nickel is located on the reverse side of the coin, just to the right of the building depicted (Monticello). It can be either a "P" for the Philadelphia Mint, which did not use a mint mark that year, or a "D" for the Denver Mint. If there is no mint mark present, it indicates the coin was produced in Philadelphia.
What is a 1939 nickel with no mint mark worth?
In average circulated condition, it's still only worth 5 cents. An uncirculated coin is worth around $2.
Where is the mint mark on a 1912 V nickel?
If there is one, it would be on the reverse below the button to the left of the word CENTS. Philadelphia nickels will not have any mint mark, of course.
How much is your 1939 Nickel worth?
A 1939 Jefferson nickel in average circulation condition is worth around 20-50 cents. However, if it is in mint condition, it could be worth up to several dollars to collectors. It is recommended to have it appraised by a professional coin dealer to get an accurate evaluation.
How much is a 1954 nickel with no mint mark?
5 cents.
Where is the mint mark on a 1962 nickel?
On a 1962 nickel, the mint mark is located on the reverse side of the coin, to the right of the building depicted in the center. It can either be a "D" for Denver or an "S" for San Francisco, depending on where the coin was minted. If there is no mint mark, it was minted in Philadelphia.
