Description
1867 Three-Cent Nickel
Add a distinctive piece of post-Civil War American coinage to your collection with this 1867 Three-Cent Nickel. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, this unique denomination was introduced to facilitate small transactions and the purchase of postage stamps during a period of economic recovery and expansion in the United States.
The obverse features a bold shield design symbolizing national unity and strength, while the reverse displays a large Roman numeral III surrounded by an ornamental wreath. This classic design reflects the artistic style and symbolism of mid-19th-century U.S. coinage, making the Three-Cent Nickel one of the most recognizable and unusual denominations ever issued by the United States Mint.
Composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, the 1867 Three-Cent Nickel was among the first widely circulated base-metal coins produced after the Civil War. Its compact size, unique denomination, and historical significance have made it a favorite among collectors of obsolete U.S. coin types and Reconstruction-era coinage.
Issued during a transformative period in American history, the 1867 Three-Cent Nickel offers collectors a tangible connection to the nation’s rebuilding years and evolving monetary system.
Features:
• Authentic 1867 Three-Cent Nickel
• Struck at the Philadelphia Mint
• Distinctive shield and Roman numeral III design
• Composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel
• Historic Reconstruction-era U.S. coinage
