The Three Cent Nickel is a coin produced by the United States Mint from 1865 to 1889. It was created to facilitate small transactions during a period of inflation and was made of a nickel-copper alloy. The 1867 Three Cent Nickel features a design with the Roman numeral "III" representing three cents, along with the inscription "United States of America" and a depiction of a shield. This coin is notable for its historical significance and is a key item for collectors of U.S. numismatics. Coins from this period are often sought after for their unique production methods and rarity in high-grade conditions.