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The 3 Cent Nickel is a collectible coin produced by the United States Mint from 1865 to 1889. This coin was introduced to provide a small denomination for transactions, especially during the economic changes of the post-Civil War era. The 1881 3 Cent Nickel, minted in Philadelphia, is part of a series that features a design by Charles E. Barber. Collectors often seek this coin for its unique size, historical significance, and the various mint mark types, with Philadelphia coins lacking a mint mark.
