It is larger and thicker than a dime despite being worth half as much. The Dime Value: 10 cents ($$0.10).

The terms refer to two common U.S. circulation coins and a popular idiom describing small, repetitive expenses. U.S. Coin Specifications

The modern "Jefferson Nickel" (1938–Present) features Thomas Jefferson on the obverse and his home, Monticello , on the reverse.