5 Cents "1896 Nickel" (Pattern) , United States
1896
Obverse
Reverse
Coin Details
Obverse
Description:
United States shield with scroll across center inscribed "LIBERTY." Behind, two poles, one with Liberty cap and one with eagle. Motto, stars, and date at rim
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
E · PLURIBUS · UNUM LIBERTY 1896
Engravers:
Charles Barber
Reverse
Description:
Large "5" center over "CENTS" within olive wreath. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" at rim.
Script:
Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 5 CENTS
Engravers:
Charles Barber
Categories
Issuer Hierarchy
Year1896
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