SILVER WAR NICKELS More than 66 years ago, World War II (WWII) required large
amounts of copper and nickel, primarily for ammunition and guns. This
necessitated removing these metals from the production of Jefferson
Nickels and Lincoln Pennies, by the US Treasury. From 1942 through
1945, all Jefferson Nickels produced by the United States, were made of
Silver. There are 11 Total Coins in a Set of Silver War Nickels – 1942 PS, 1943 PDS,
1944 PDS, 1945 PDS. You will find the Mint Marks moved to the Reverse,
and located above the dome of Thomas Jefferson’s
extraordinary home, on his plantation in Monticello. Monticello was
sometimes called the “Southern White House”. These coins are Very Rare, and are Difficult to Find, especially in the
better grades (MS64-MS67). Their Value, and thus their Price, reflect
this factor. There are also only a few Coin Collectors and Investors
who can Appreciate and Afford such a Collection. The Value of such a
Set is, of course, Greater than the Total of each coin Individually.
A Collection, such as this, benefits greatly from continuous yearly
Appreciation, which enhances their Tremendous Value; as any Proud owner
will tell you.
