coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3cN \ 3-Cent Nickels \ 1885
The 3 Cent Nickel, also known as the 3cN, was a coin issued by the United States from 1865 to 1889. The 1885 3 Cent Nickel is particularly noteworthy for its scarcity, making it a desirable item for collectors. Struck from a nickel-copper alloy, the coin features a design by James B. Longacre, showcasing a portrait of Liberty on the obverse and a numeral "3" encircled by a wreath on the reverse. Due to its limited mintage and historical context, the 1885 3 Cent Nickel holds significant value in the numismatic market.
