coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5c \ Shield Nickels \ 1870
The Shield Nickel is a five-cent coin that was first minted in the United States in 1866, following the introduction of the new nickel composition. The 1870 Shield Nickel features an obverse with a shield design and a reverse displaying a numeral "5" surrounded by wreaths. This coin is notable for its distinctive design and is highly collectible, particularly in higher grades due to its historical significance and lower mintage in certain years. The Shield Nickel marked a shift in American currency and remains an important subject within numismatic circles.
