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5 Cents "1866 Nickel Without Rays" (Pattern; copper) , United States
1866

Obverse

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Obverse
Description:
Bust of Washington right, with "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" surrounding and date below.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 1866
Reverse
Description:
Large "5" in center, 13 stars surrounding, and "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "CENTS" at rim.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 5 CENTS
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