USA 3 cents Three cent Nickel 1874
USA, Philadelphia


Rarity
Extremely Rare
Attributes of Coins
Region | USA |
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Denomination | 3 cents |
Krause number | KM# 95 |
Mintage | 700 |
Metal | Copper-Nickel |
thickness | 0.9 mm |
diameter | 17.9 mm |
weight | 1.94 g |
Obverse:

Liberty
Creators:
James Barton Longacre
LIBERTY
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Reverse:

Wreath
Creators:
James Barton Longacre
III
Introduction of Coins
In addition to the 700 pieces sold as part of the silver proof sets, it's likely that an equal number were sold separately within the minor proof sets. Examples are fairly plentiful, and even gems have survived in collectable numbers.Read More