coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) \ Shield Nickels \ 1868 \ Philadelphia
The Shield Nickel, issued by the United States Mint from 1866 to 1883, features a design that includes a shield as the central motif, symbolizing protection and unity. The 1868 Shield Nickel, minted in Philadelphia, is particularly noteworthy for its distinct characteristics and historical context. These coins were produced in response to a shortage of five-cent coins during the Civil War era and are considered significant in the evolution of U.S. coinage. Collectors value the 1868 Shield Nickel for its rarity and the artistic representation of American ideals at the time.
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1868-P (Philadelphia) Shield Nickels | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Shield Nickels | 1868 | Philadelphia |
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1868-P (Philadelphia) Shield Nickels | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Shield Nickels | 1868 | Philadelphia |