1866 - Coins

Shield Nickels are a type of five-cent coin minted in the United States from 1866 to 1883, featuring a design that includes a shield on the obverse and a star-and-branch motif on the reverse. The coin was created to replace the half-dime during a time of rising silver prices. Notably, the Shield Nickel was the first U.S. nickel to be produced after the introduction of the five-cent denomination. The 1866 Shield Nickels are particularly sought after by collectors due to their historical significance and relative scarcity, especially in well-preserved condition.

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	Item	Denomination	Series	Year	Mint
	1866 5c Rays	5c	Shield Nickels	1866	Philadelphia

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