1942-1945 U.S. 35% Silver Jefferson WWII "War" Nickel Silver This coin was produced by

This coin was produced by Emperor Antoninus Pius to commemorate his adoption of Marcus Aurelius as heir to the throne

Reverse: PROVIDENTIA AVG

while the reverse features the Prussian Imperial eagle

Hadrian had a particular passion for Greek culture (and Greek men)

A Jefferson nickel in Brilliant Uncirculated condition

1942-1945 U.S. 35% Silver Jefferson WWII "War" Nickel Silver This coin was produced byA Jefferson nickel in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, with no wear and strong luster, dated between 1942 1945. These "War" nickels were minted in a special alloy of copper, silver and manganese to conserve nickel for the war effort. Country United States Year 1942 1945 Denomination Nickel Condition Brilliant Uncirculated Diameter 21mm Weight 5. 0g Composition 56% copper, 35% silver, 9% manganese