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2008-P Satin Finish
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 21.21 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | NIFC (Not Intended for Circulation) |
| Mintage | 745,464 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 75% Copper, 25% Nickel |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | Jamie Franki / Felix Schlag |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-1590 |
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The 2008-P Satin Finish Jefferson nickel was produced for inclusion in the year's United States Mint Uncirculated Coin Set. The Satin Finish program continued through 2008 despite the recession's effects on broader Mint operations, and the coin was distributed in the standard Mint Set packaging alongside the year's other denominations including all five State Quarters.
The Satin Finish surface gives the 2008-P a distinctive matte-like appearance that distinguishes it from standard 2008-P business strikes. Specialists building complete Satin Finish sub-series sets acquire both the 2008-P and 2008-D Satin Finish coins as paired entries from the same Mint Set, completing the year's representation in the special finish sub-series.
For collectors building comprehensive modern Jefferson nickel collections, the 2008-P Satin Finish is a distinct entry from the standard business strike and is required for complete representation. Loose examples (broken out of Mint Sets) are available through specialist channels at modest premiums.
Reference data only — not an appraisal.
| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | — | — |
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