The US 1947 Nickel was designed by Felix Schlag and features Thomas Jeffersons portrait on the obverse and an image of Jeffersons home, Monticello, on the reverse. Made of a copper-nickel alloy, the US 1947 Nickel symbolizes post-World War II recovery, as the United States was transitioning into a period of economic growth.
In 1947, the US 1947 Nickel served as a reflection of national pride and progress. The coins design, emphasizing Jeffersons legacy and the significance of Monticello, highlighted the countrys continued strength. The US 1947 Nickel also represents the ongoing use of nickel in coinage, which had been essential for wartime production and continued use in civilian currency.