1942-P Silver Jefferson Nickel – Wartime Alloy, WWII Era, Philadelphia Mint

Historic 1942-P Jefferson nickel struck in wartime silver alloypart of the U.S. Mints emergency composition used during WWII. This coin contains 35% silver, 56% copper, and 9% manganese, replacing nickel to conserve strategic metals for the war effort. - Obverse: Thomas Jefferson portrait with LIBERTY and IN GOD WE TRUST - Reverse: Monticello with large P mint mark above the dome (first time ever used on U.S. coinage) - Composition: 35% silver - Condition: Circulated, housed in a 2x2 holder with clear date and mint mark These war nickels are popular among collectors for their silver content and historical significance. Great for silver stackers, WWII collectors, or anyone building a vintage U.S. coin set.