coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3¢ (Three Cents) \ Silver Three Cents (Type 1) \ 1859 \ Philadelphia
The Silver Three Cents Type 1 coin was minted in the United States from 1851 to 1873. The 1859 Philadelphia issue is part of a series commemorating the transition of denomiations in American currency, specifically designed to provide a small denomination for use in commerce. This type features a Liberty head on the obverse and a wreath with the denomination on the reverse. The Type 1 coins are characterized by their large sizes and intricately detailed designs, making them popular among collectors.
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1859-P (Philadelphia) Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 1859 | Philadelphia |
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1859-P (Philadelphia) Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 1859 | Philadelphia |