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The Jefferson Nickel was designed by Felix Schlag for which he won a $1000 award for winning a competition among 390 artists. The design was first used on the 1938 mintage.

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Q: Who designed the 1946 Jefferson Nickel?
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In 1946 what did the us mint make the 5 cent nickel out of?

In 1946 the US Jefferson Nickel contained 75% copper and 25% mickel.


What is the value of a George Washington nickel 1946?

The reason they're called Jefferson nickels and Washington quarters is that Jefferson is on the nickel and Washington is on the quarter. In any case 1946 is not a rare year for nickels, see the Related Question.


Who designed the US nickel?

Felix Schlag designed the reverse side of the nickel showing Jefferson's home Monticello as well as the portrait used on the front of the coin up till 2004. The modernistic portrait used in 2005 was designed by Joe Fitzgerald. The current portrait used since 2006 was designed by Donna Weaver, based on a painting by Peale. The famed buffalo nickel that preceded the Jefferson coin was designed by James E. Fraser, and the Liberty nickel (1883-1912) was designed by Charles Barber.


Is Thomas Jefferson on 10cents?

No. Jefferson has been featured on the 5-cent nickel since 1938. Franklin Roosevelt has been on the 10-cent dime since 1946.


What president is on the the nickel?

Thomas Jefferson is depicted on the nickel.


What building is on th back of a nickel?

Monticello - An estate of central Virginia southeast of Charlottesville. Designed by Thomas Jefferson, it was begun in 1770 and was his home for 56 years. Owned by other families from shortly after Jefferson's death until 1923, it is now a national shrine.


Why is Thomas Jefferson house on the back of the nickel and what does it stand for?

Monticello is on the back of the nickel because it's one of the symbols most associated with Jefferson. He designed the house himself and it contained a number of innovations that were ahead of their time.


When was Jefferson nickel created?

Jefferson nickel was created in 1938.


When was Thomas Jefferson put on the US nickel?

The Jefferson nickel was introduced in 1938.


President who is on the nickel?

Thomas Jefferson has been on the nickel since 1938.


What is the value of a 1935 Jefferson nickel?

Priceless. The first Jefferson nickel was dated 1938.


What is the value of a 1946 liberty nickel?

The last Liberty nickels were struck for circulation in 1912, so you must have a Jefferson nickel with that date, or a Liberty nickel with a different date. Could you please check the coin again, determine what you have, and post a new question?