coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3¢ (Three Cents) \ Nickel Three Cents \ 1872 \ Philadelphia
The Three Cent Nickel is a coin type that was minted in the United States from 1865 to 1889. The 1872 Philadelphia issue is notable as it was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, where the first coins of this denomination were produced. The coin features a five-cent value, represented by a distinctive design that includes a shield and stars. Collectors value the 1872 Three Cent Nickel for its historical significance and as part of the broader category of U.S. numismatics.
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1872-P (Philadelphia) Nickel Three Cents | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Nickel Three Cents | 1872 | Philadelphia |
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1872-P (Philadelphia) Nickel Three Cents | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Nickel Three Cents | 1872 | Philadelphia |