coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) \ Shield Nickels \ 1880
The Shield Nickel, minted from 1866 to 1883, is a notable five-cent coin in United States history, featuring a design that incorporates a shield with 13 stars representing the original colonies. The 1880 Shield Nickel is particularly sought after by collectors due to its unique historical context and relatively limited production. This coin is part of a series that transitioned from the earlier half dime to a more robust nickel composition, making it an important transitional piece in the evolution of U.S. coinage. Collectors often seek high-quality examples of the 1880 Shield Nickel, making it a popular choice among numismatists.
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1880-P (Philadelphia) Shield Nickels | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Shield Nickels | 1880 | Philadelphia |
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1880-P (Philadelphia) Shield Nickels | 5¢ (Five Cents, Nickel, Half Dime) | Shield Nickels | 1880 | Philadelphia |