It's not a nickel. That denomination was first made in 1866.
If it looks like a regular Jefferson nickel but is dated 1861 it's either an altered coin or a counterfeit. If it looks like something else it might be a medal or a token.
The value of an 1861 US nickel can vary depending on its condition, rarity, and any unique characteristics it may have. In general, an 1861 US nickel in average circulated condition may be worth around $10 to $50, while a well-preserved or rare variety could fetch hundreds or even thousands of dollars at auction. It is recommended to have the coin professionally graded and authenticated to determine its exact value.
Priceless. The US nickel was first issued in 1866.
Jefferson Davis was elected on February 4, 1861: Fort Sumter was bombarded on April 12, 1861. Virginia seceded on April 17, 1861.
Please check your coin again. It can't be most of the things you mention because:The first US nickels were minted in 1866Thomas Jefferson is the only president to ever appear on the nickel (1938-present)The building named Monticello isn't a capitol building, it's an image of Jefferson's home in VirginiaFinally, ALL U.S. coins have the motto E Pluribus Unum on them so it doesn't help to ID a specific coin.
Buffalo nickels were made from 1913 to 1938, and the first US nickels weren't minted until 1866. Please check your coin again and post a new question.
The value of an 1861 US nickel can vary depending on its condition, rarity, and any unique characteristics it may have. In general, an 1861 US nickel in average circulated condition may be worth around $10 to $50, while a well-preserved or rare variety could fetch hundreds or even thousands of dollars at auction. It is recommended to have the coin professionally graded and authenticated to determine its exact value.
Jefferson Territory ended in 1861.
the 1861 Confederate penny was made of copper or nickel
James Jefferson Britt was born in 1861.
Priceless. The US nickel was first issued in 1866.
February 18, 1861
Jefferson Davis was elected on February 4, 1861: Fort Sumter was bombarded on April 12, 1861. Virginia seceded on April 17, 1861.
Jefferson Davis was elected president of the confederate states in 1861
Jefferson Davis.
Febuary 18, 1861
Jefferson Davis
Please check your coin again. It can't be most of the things you mention because:The first US nickels were minted in 1866Thomas Jefferson is the only president to ever appear on the nickel (1938-present)The building named Monticello isn't a capitol building, it's an image of Jefferson's home in VirginiaFinally, ALL U.S. coins have the motto E Pluribus Unum on them so it doesn't help to ID a specific coin.