coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3¢ (Three Cents) \ Silver Three Cents (Type 1) \ 1858 \ Philadelphia
The Silver Three Cents Type 1 coin, minted in 1858 at the Philadelphia mint, is a small silver coin representing a denomination of three cents in the United States. It features a design by engraver James B. Longacre, with a depiction of a shield on the obverse and a wreath on the reverse. As part of a series produced from 1851 to 1873, the Type 1 coins were struck in a composition of 75% silver and 25% copper, making them a popular collectible among numismatists due to their historical significance and unique design. Coins from this period are often sought after for their rarity, especially in well-preserved condition.
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1858-P (Philadelphia) Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 1858 | Philadelphia |
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1858-P (Philadelphia) Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 1858 | Philadelphia |