1953 Early Jefferson Nickel INB Slab Copper

1953 Early Jefferson Nickel INB Slab Copper 1953 Early Jefferson Nickel INB Slab Copper-Nickel Composition This 1953 Jefferson Nickel is presented in a specialized holder from the International Numismatic Bureau (INB), labeled as part of the Early Jefferson Nickel series. Struck by the United States Mint, this coin features the classic design of Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his Monticello estate on the reverse. Composed of a copper and nickel alloy, this mid-century five-cent piece is a staple for collectors of the long-running Jefferson series. The coin is housed in a secure INB slab with a green label and unique serial number, providing a professional presentation and protection for the specimen. This uncirculated or lightly circulated vintage nickel represents a piece of American numismatic history from the early 1950s. 1953 Philadelphia Jefferson Nickel INB Slabbed Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition with visible wear on the high points of Thomas Jefferson's portrait and the Monticello building. The surfaces show typical bag marks and contact scratches consistent with an circulated business strike. The coin is housed in an International Numismatic Bureau (INB) slab, which classifies it as an "Early Jefferson Nickel (1938-1976)" but does not provide a specific numerical grade on the label. The coin was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, as indicated by the absence of a mint mark to the right of the Monticello building on the reverse. The metal content is a copper-nickel alloy, specifically 75% copper and 25% nickel. Historical context for the 1953 Jefferson Nickel places it in the post-war era of the Felix Schlag design, which replaced the Buffalo Nickel in 1938. This is a standard business strike type intended for general circulation. Jefferson Nickel, coin, numismatics, 1953, five cents, Monticello, United States currency, slabbed coin, collectible, currency, INB, International Numismatic Bureau, nickel, obverse, reverse 1953 Jefferson Nickel, INB Graded Nickel, Early Jefferson Nickel, US Five Cent Coin, Numismatic Collectible, Rare US Coins, 1953 Nickel, Monticello Nickel, Graded US Coinage, Vintage Jefferson Nickel IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an