coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) \ Patterns & Trial Coins \ 1874 \ Philadelphia
Collectible coins encompass various types, including patterns and trial coins, which are experimental pieces created to test designs or minting processes. The 1874 Philadelphia nickel, often referred to as a trial coin, features a design intended for the five-cent denomination but was not adopted for circulation. The term "Half Dime" historically refers to coins valued at five cents, produced prior to the introduction of the nickel. Collectors value these unique pieces for their historical significance and rarity.
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United States of America 1874 Philadelphia Patterns & Trial Coins 5¢ | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Patterns & Trial Coins | 1874 | Philadelphia |