coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3¢ (Three Cents) \ Nickel Three Cents \ 1866 \ Philadelphia
The Nickel Three Cents coin, issued by the United States in 1866, was part of a series created to facilitate commerce, especially in small denominations. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, these coins feature a design characteristic of the era, including a prominent depiction of a shield on the obverse and the numeral "3" surrounded by a wreath on the reverse. The Nickel Three Cents coin was produced until 1889 and is sought after by collectors for its unique historical context and distinctive alloy composition, which includes a significant percentage of nickel.
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1866-P (Philadelphia) Nickel Three Cents | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Nickel Three Cents | 1866 | Philadelphia |
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1866-P (Philadelphia) Nickel Three Cents | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Nickel Three Cents | 1866 | Philadelphia |