coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3cN \ 3-Cent Nickels \ 1872 \ Philadelphia
The 3 Cent Nickel was a small denomination coin produced by the United States Mint from 1865 to 1889. The 1872 Philadelphia Mint issue is particularly significant among collectors, as it represented a transition in coinage with a composition of 75% copper and 25% nickel. This coin features a design by Chief Engraver James Longacre, with the obverse depicting a Roman goddess and the reverse displaying a large "C" for "cent." Due to its low mintage and historical context, the 3 Cent Nickel has become a sought-after item in numismatic collections.
