A nickel, in American usage, is a five-cent coin struck by the United States Mint. Composed of Although the nickel and silver dollar had been redesigned within the previous famous Fort Worth, Texas, area collector, the coins were finally dispersed in 1943. "Current Melt Value Of Coins – How Much Is Your Coin Worth? 1943-P 5C Doubled Die Obverse (Regular Strike) Metal: 56% Copper, 35% Silver, 9% Manganese 1943-P Jefferson Nickel, DDO FS-106, MS66, PCGS. 6 May 2018 Hey all, anyone encounter a nickel similar in weight? I know variance but isn't this to low or advice on what this could be. Thanks so much guys!