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2008-D Satin Finish

Nickels · Jefferson Nickels · 1938–Present
Regular NIFC
Weight5 g
Diameter21.21 mm
MintDenver
StrikeNIFC (Not Intended for Circulation)
Mintage 745,464
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition75% Copper, 25% Nickel
DesignerJamie Franki / Felix Schlag
Collector's Key IDCK-1592

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About this coinHistory

The 2008-D Satin Finish Jefferson nickel was included in the year's United States Mint Uncirculated Coin Set, paired with the 2008-P Satin Finish in the same set. The Satin Finish program continued through 2008 and would run for two more years (2009 and 2010) before the Mint discontinued the format in favor of returning to standard burnished surfaces for Uncirculated Set coins beginning in 2011.

Production was limited to what was needed for Mint Set assembly. The 2008 Mint Set was particularly notable as a transition piece because it documented the recession-era continuation of the special finish program at a time when many other Mint operations were being adjusted downward to match reduced commercial demand. The Satin Finish program's survival through the recession years reflects its basis in collector subscription orders outside of commercial demand.

Collectors building comprehensive modern Jefferson nickel collections acquire the 2008-D Satin Finish as a distinct entry from the standard 2008-D business strike. Specialists pursuing complete Satin Finish sub-series collecting acquire all twelve issues from the 2005-2010 program, of which the 2008-D is one of the middle entries in the chronological run.

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
G-4 Good (G)
VG-8 Very Good (VG)
F-12 Fine (F)
VF-20 Very Fine (VF)
EF-40 Extremely Fine (EF)
AU-50 About Uncirculated (AU)
MS-60 Uncirculated (MS)
MS-63 Choice Uncirculated (MS)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 2008-D Satin Finish Jefferson Nickels were minted?
745,464 were struck.
What is a 2008-D Satin Finish Jefferson Nickel made of?
75% Copper, 25% Nickel, weighing 5 g.
What is the melt value of a 2008-D Satin Finish Jefferson Nickel?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 2008-D Satin Finish Jefferson Nickel a key date?
It's a more common date overall, though scarcer die varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.