The US 1931 Nickel, designed by James Earle Fraser, reflects the economic strains of the Great Depression. The US 1931 Nickel, struck in a copper-nickel alloy, symbolized durable small-denomination currency amid financial uncertainty. Fraser’s design on the US 1931 Nickel, featuring the Native American and bison motifs, emphasized national heritage and resilience. The US 1931 Nickel also coincided with reduced coin production due to economic contraction.
The US 1931 Nickel illustrates advances in artistic coin design and circulation practicality. The US 1931 Nickel’s metal composition ensured cost efficiency. Fraser’s artistry on the US 1931 Nickel blended political symbolism with economic utility, linking cultural identity to monetary stability.