1971 Jefferson five cent

[bkh2014]

How to distinguish a coin if has silver cointain?
i found this 1971 Jefferson five cent it seem silver, is this possible to happen?

Thanks

[onecent1909]

Why do you think it is made from silver?

[1gtsfan]

If you flick a coin in the air...a silver coin will have a longer ring to it along with a higher pitch. You may also do an ice test, as silver has the highest thermal conductivity of all metals. Ice will melt faster on silver. I wouldn't recommend these methods if your coin is uncirculated.

[furryfrog02]

The only silver nickels minted were in WWII from 1942-1945. I highly doubt your nickel is silver. If you suspect it might be though, the first step would be to weigh it.

[onecent1909]

Why do you think it is silver?
No U.S. coins were made from Silver in 1971 except the Ike Dollars.. and they were 40% silver clad
Do You Have Pictures?

[jcuve]

I would check the weight. Highly unlikely to be an off-metal error.

[1gtsfan]

both the silver and clad planchets are 5 grams. i don't think weighing it will help.