5 Cents "1867 Nickel" (Pattern; copper) , United States
1867
Obverse
Reverse
Coin Details
Obverse
Description:
Bust of Liberty left, with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and date at rim.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1867
Reverse
Description:
Large "5" and "CENTS" in center within wreath, and motto above at rim.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST 5 CENTS
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Year1867
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