coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $5 (Five Dollars) \ Shield Two Cents \ 1865 \ Philadelphia
The 1865 Shield Two Cents coin is a notable collectible from the United States, minted in Philadelphia. It features a design with a shield on the obverse, symbolizing protection, and the denomination of two cents prominently displayed. The coin was part of an attempt to create a copper coinage during the Civil War to address the shortage of small change. The 5 Dollar coin, if referring to gold coins like the Liberty Head or Indian Head, also holds significant value among collectors, representing a period of American history when gold was a primary medium for larger transactions.
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United States of America 1865 Philadelphia Shield Two Cents $5 | $5 (Five Dollars) | Shield Two Cents | 1865 | Philadelphia |