Who is on the Nickel?

Q: What president is on the nickel?

A: The Answer is Thomas Jefferson.

Nickel Obverse

The current Nickel as of 2025 contains the face of President Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson served as the third President of the United States from 1801–1809. The obverse of the Jefferson Nickel, also known as the front, includes the words "In God We Trust". Jefferson was born in the year 1743, and helped draft the Declaration of Independence, a document that declared that America was Independent of England rule.

Here are a few of his more famous quotes:

Thomas Jefferson Quote #1 "I believe that banking institutions are more dangerous to our liberties than standing armies"

Thomas Jefferson Quote #2 "The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants."

Thomas Jefferson Quote #3 "I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them."