Stash your coins wisely—the humble nickel might be on borrowed time. According to Philip Diehl, the 35th director of the U.S. Mint, America's nickel production could be heading for the chopping block. It's not just spare change we're talking about; this reflects bigger shifts in how governments manage physical currency as digital alternatives continue reshaping the financial landscape. Whether it's cost efficiency or changing consumer habits, the writing's on the wall for some traditional denominations.