Westward Journey Nickel 2006

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Drescription:  The 2006 Westward Journey "Return to Monticello" nickel concludes the series with a new forward-facing portrait of Thomas Jefferson ("Jefferson, 1800") by Jamie Franki on the obverse and a modernized return to the classic Monticello reverse. It features the word "Liberty" in Jefferson’s script and was released in P, D, and S mint marks.

Key Details of the 2006 Nickel:

Obverse Design: A new, forward-looking profile of Thomas Jefferson, based on a 1800 Rembrandt Peale portrait.

Reverse Design: A return to the classic depiction of Monticello, Jefferson’s Virginia home, originally designed by Felix Schlag.

"Liberty" Inscription: Features the word "Liberty" in Thomas Jefferson's own handwriting.

Significance: It is the final coin in the 2004–2006 Westward Journey series, marking a permanent change to the nickel's obverse design.

Mint Locations: Produced with Philadelphia (P), Denver (D), and San Francisco (S - proof) mint marks.