coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3¢ (Three Cents) \ Nickel Three Cents \ 1879
The Three Cent nickel coin, minted from 1865 to 1889, was designed to be a small denomination currency during a time of high inflation in the United States. The 1879 Three Cent nickel features a distinctive design with a shield on the obverse and the numeral "3" surrounded by a laurel wreath on the reverse. Collectors value this coin for its historical significance and unique composition, as it was one of the first coins made from nickel. The 1879 issue is particularly sought after, and its condition greatly affects its market value among numismatists.
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1879-P (Philadelphia) Nickel Three Cents | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Nickel Three Cents | 1879 | Philadelphia |
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1879-P (Philadelphia) Nickel Three Cents | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Nickel Three Cents | 1879 | Philadelphia |