1938 D Jefferson Nickel Brilliant Uncirculated Condition

The 1938-D Jefferson Nickel marks the first year of issue for the series and is also notable for being the only Jefferson nickel struck at the Denver Mint that year. Featuring Felix Schlag’s original design, the obverse presents a left-facing portrait of Thomas Jefferson, while the reverse depicts his Virginia estate, Monticello, in a neoclassical style. As a first-year and single-mintmark release, the 1938-D holds a special place in the Jefferson nickel series.

1938 D Jefferson Nickel BU

Offered in Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) condition, this example exhibits original mint luster, sharp strike details, and clean surfaces with no signs of circulation. As a foundational coin for any Jefferson nickel set, the 1938-D is especially prized in high grade, representing the beginning of a long-running and historically rich series of American coinage.